If anxiety interferes with your day-to-day life, it could be an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders include social anxiety disorder, generalised anxiety disorder, panic disorder and others. Read more about anxiety.
There are a range of treatments available, including self-management tools and talking therapy. Depending on their features, apps use different techniques to help you manage your anxiety.
- Some apps provide education about anxiety, tips on how to recognise triggers, identify patterns and document your emotional experiences and track your progress over time.
- Some apps incorporate breathing exercises, mindfulness and meditation activities to help you practice relaxation skills.
- Some apps use cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) which can help you change your negative thought patterns and improve the way you feel.