Uncovering Overlooked Symptoms of Anxiety with a Trauma Therapist.

Trauma therapist Simone Saunders is shedding light on the use of distraction as a coping mechanism for anxiety, which can be both healthy and harmful. While distraction may provide temporary comfort, it can also maintain anxiety in the long run if not addressed. Saunders suggests sitting with uncomfortable feelings and facing the causes of anxiety head-on as a healthier way of coping. Despite progress in mental health awareness, honest conversations about mental health are still a recent development due to the stigma surrounding it.