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Has ‘High-Functioning Anxiety’ been blown out of proportion?
If you look in the medical textbooks, you’re not likely to come across this phrase.
Written by: Pippa Thackeray
Written on: October 16, 2024
Updated on: October 16, 2024
Written by: Pippa Thackeray | Written on: October 16, 2024 | Updated on: October 16, 2024
Quick Read
- High-Functioning Anxiety is not a recognized medical term but is increasingly discussed in mental health conversations.
- The rise of mental health content online, particularly on platforms like TikTok, may lead to oversimplification and misinterpretation of normal struggles as mental illnesses.
- Increased awareness of High-Functioning Anxiety can be empowering but may also worsen symptoms through the 'nocebo effect'.
- Despite the lack of formal recognition, the concept of experiencing anxiety while maintaining daily responsibilities is a real issue for many.
- Ignoring the symptoms of High-Functioning Anxiety can prevent individuals from fully enjoying life and may have long-term negative effects.
Contents
- 1. What is 'High-Functioning Anxiety'?
- 2. Increased Awareness
- 3. Overinterpretation
- 4. The ‘Nocebo Effect’
- 5. Should we take ‘High-Functioning Anxiety’ seriously?
