The Generalized Anxiety Map

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Generalized anxiety doesn't show up as a single dramatic event. It shows up as a low hum that's always on. The worry isn't about one thing; it moves from one thing to the next. The body is tense without an obvious reason. Sleep is shallow. Concentration breaks. The mind is busy, but not productive.

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