Medication can be essential for some mental-health conditions, but many people benefit from non-drug strategies. Use shared decision-making, combine therapy and lifestyle changes when possible, and review medication regularly.
Anxiety is a normal response to stress but becomes problematic when persistent or disabling. This update summarizes common symptoms, practical self-help strategies (breathing, exercise, sleep, reduced caffeine), evidence-based treatments (CBT, medications), and when to seek professional care.
Anxiety management today combines medication, evidence-based therapies (like CBT), relaxation practices, and dietary support. Tailored, supervised combinations of these approaches help most people reduce symptoms and improve functioning.