Does having anxiety mean your crazy/mental?
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Moderated by Danielle Johnson, MSED, Community mental Health Counseling, LMHC
Updated: Apr 11, 2022
DiamondBackRobert24
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Jun 29, 2018
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No, it doesn't. It just means you over worry, which isn't normal. It's unhealthy. It can cause major health problems.
delicateZebra
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Jun 30, 2018
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No, never think this, having Anxiety just means you deal with things differently, things effect you differently and you have to find a way to deal with these issues
Leethelion
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Jul 1, 2018
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No, it does not. Mental illness doesn't mean you're crazy. Mental illness is something serious but it doesn't make you any less human
Opalescentrose
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Jul 1, 2018
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No, anxiety and craziness as often described are very different and affect the person's behavior in different ways
BlossomingMinds
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Jul 5, 2018
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Having anxiety can be very stressful. However, anxiety is a common disorder and does not make you crazy! I have suffered from anxiety disorder for a number of years and have learnt to accept this and supported myself in the realisation that it is ok to suffer from anxiety, and it does not make you any less worthy than anyone else! You are still yourself, you simply just struggle from a disorder, don't allow people to label you as crazy because of this! :)
HelpingStarlight
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Jul 8, 2018
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Of course not :) Anxiety is actually quite common. People with Anxiety perceive threat levels differently than most people, that's all :)
LoserPreston02
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Jul 11, 2018
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No, not at all. Anxiety is normal. Nobody should EVER feel ashamed for struggling with anything. 😄😄
Brittany8013
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Jul 11, 2018
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Not at all. Anxiety is something that all animals have, humans is more developed. Anxiety is what warns our body that something isnt quite right. Thats what tells you there is a car coming from behind when youre walking on the road, or that jumping off that cliff probably isnt a good idea. those who suffer from Anxiety are simply more prone to those feelings. Basically their brain is more cautious than it typically needs to be
Power14
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Jul 12, 2018
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No it doesn't mean you are crazy, anxiety is part of life. We often feel anxious at some point of life. no person in this world who never feel anxious. It's human nature. You are not mental/crazy. You are as normal as any other human. However if you are facing too much anxiety you can visit a therapist. It's totally normal.
DiCam
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Jul 13, 2018
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Absolutely not. Anxiety is a normal part of life, especially after trauma or facing a transition. When you have racing thoughts, it may feel like you're losing your mind, but it's only a temporary state. If it all feels life to much, be sure to reach out!
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