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Everyone has likely experienced anxiety before.
3.1 percent of the United States population has GAD but only 43 percent of people are receiving treatment.
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But that’s where accurate representation of anxiety and GAD comes in to help.
Maddi likens this to how her GAD intensifies when triggered.
Alvy struggles with deep-rooted anxiety andneuroses, with one memorablescenedepicting his inability to eat until his anxiety subsides.
Marianna relates to this portrayal, noting how stress disrupts her eating habits similarly.
Ninas perfectionism feels relatable to Anas anxiety about worrying about her performance at work and personal matters.
Most of the time I strive to be perfect and struggle when that doesnt happen, says Ana.
Anxiety is part of you, and that’s okay!
In onesceneKayla narrates the nerves she constantly experiences, even when she is doing nothing.
She describes it as the feeling of butterflies in your stomach often associated with a rollercoaster ride.
However, while most peoples butterflies disappear after the ride, hers never go away.
All experiences Sydney says resonated with her and her generalized anxiety disorder.
I related to this movie a lot when reflecting on my college friendships, says Sydney.
Anxiety & Depression Association of America.Anxiety Disorders - Facts & Statistics.
Published online August 20, 2024:ijop.13232.
2019;9(1):7-29. doi:10.5498/wjp.v9.i1.7
