Most people will experience some form of worry or anxiety in their life at some point, whether that is a stressful situation causing fear in the short term or dealing with debilitating anxiety daily. According to the World Health Organization it is estimated that 4% of the global population is currently experiencing a form of anxiety disorder.
In recent years, we have seen the rise in awareness of High-Functioning Anxiety, a psychological buzzword rather than an actual diagnosable mental health disorder. But what is high-functioning anxiety? And how can it affect mental health?