Seek Social Support - Making Treatment Work For You: Mental Health
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Seek social support
Support from family members and from others with anxiety disorders can improve the results of treatment. The National Institute of Mental Health reports that many people with anxiety benefit from sharing their problems and triumphs with others. Joining a support group can help by giving you a regular opportunity to talk with people who understand. Talking with trusted relatives, friends, and members of the clergy can be helpful, too. Chat groups on the Internet also provide a forum in which to share concerns and reduce the feelings of isolation that are common among people with anxiety. Just be skeptical about the information you find on the Internet, unless it comes from an established mental health organization. Also, use caution and common sense in deciding how much personal information to reveal when chatting online. Remember that chat rooms aren't a substitute for therapy. If you're looking for group therapy, join a group run by a mental health professional.
| Last updated: | September 05, 2008 |
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