Tips to deal with anxiety

Understand your anxiety

Keep a diary and try to identify what it is that’s affecting you and what you need to take action on.

Challenge your anxious thoughts

Check out the Reframing Unhelpful Thoughts video on the Every Mind Matters website.

Shift your focus

Some people find deep breathing or mindfulness helpful with this. Visit the NHS Every Mind Matters website for guidance on how to do this.

Make time for worries

If you’re feeling anxious throughout the day, setting aside specific “worry time” to go through your concerns can then help you to focus on other things.