Beyond worry: Understanding and coping with anxiety
We all experience fear or worry occasionally: for some, speaking in public, driving in heavy traffic, or worrying when a loved one is late in arriving home can cause anxious feelings. Feeling anxious is our body’s normal response to stress, but when these feelings become overwhelming, uncertainties take over, or a fear of fulfilling everyday tasks develops, you may have anxiety.
You’re not alone. The National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that anxiety disorders are the most common mental illnesses in North America. 1 According to the TELUS Mental Health Index, anxiety and depression are the most prevalent diagnosed conditions among workers in the United States. 2
Considering World Mental Health Day on October 10, we invite you to explore our microsite on understanding and coping with anxiety. If you think you or someone close to you is experiencing anxiety, there are ways to help and confidently deal with it. We hope the resources we’ve provided can benefit you and those you care about.
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Need support?
If you or a member of your family could use support, reach out to a counselor on TELUS Health One.
Learn more about our mental health services.
Supporting your team with training
Explore our workshop titled Managing anxiety or visit our full list of TELUS Health Learning programs.
We are pleased to announce a 20% discount on some of our Learning programs if they are delivered before the end of the year. These programs are a great way for employers to help cultivate a workplace culture that supports employee mental health, including through training people leaders.
