Don’t worry – be appy ‘I learned that I’m not alone – neither are you’

Will, 19

“During the first lockdown, my anxiety levels spiked. The constant changes and uncertainty around the pandemic left me searching for purpose, and I felt there was no way to escape my worries.

“I was desperate to find a way to cope but had never really considered looking for help with anxiety

– being a typical guy,

I didn’t want to talk about those feelings or admit to anyone that I was weak. But finally I searched online and that’s when I discovered AnxietyUK.

“They helped me realise that I didn’t need to be ashamed of my struggles. I want people to know there is help out there. I learned that I’m not alone – and neither are you.” anxietyuk.org.uk. See panel, right, for NHS services that can help too

The constant changes and uncertainty around the pandemic left me searching for purpose