Anxiety

It’s normal to feel anxious from time to time. But persistent or elevated feelings of worry or negativity can make it hard to sleep, relax, or think clearly. Learn how to cope with anxiety, decrease negative thoughts, and get help when you need it.

Learning about anxiety

Persistent worry or negative thoughts can have an impact on your physical and mental health. Understanding more about anxiety can help you respond to negative feelings in a healthy way.

What are anxiety disorders?

When anxiety interferes with your daily life, you may need extra support. Many anxiety disorders like generalized anxiety, panic disorders, and phobias can improve with treatment.

What are panic attacks?

Panic attacks are intense moments of fear and anxiety. These episodes can become an ongoing issue for people with panic disorders.

Symptoms of severe anxiety and panic

Severe anxiety can affect your mind and body. You may feel fear, hopelessness, and panic. It can also lead to physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat, nausea, or trouble breathing.

Self-assessment for anxiety

Find out if you might have an anxiety disorder with this simple 7-question assessment.

Tools and support when you need it

Managing anxiety can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. You have 24/7 access to care, resources, and support from your Kaiser Permanente care team.

Self-care apps

Try self-care apps at no cost for emotional support, help with stress management, and more.^1,2

Explore self-care apps

Mental health services

If you need mental health or addiction services, you can connect to resources without a referral.

Access mental health support near you

Health classes and support groups

Join one of our group support programs or health education classes.³

Find classes and support groups near you

Paying attention to how you’re doing

Understanding what causes your anxiety can help you learn to control those triggers and how they affect you. Learn to take your “anxiety pulse.”

Watch the anxiety video

How to live with anxiety

There are a variety of techniques that can help you cope with anxiety. Select a topic area below to check out our top articles and videos for tips to help you deal with anxiety.

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How to practice treating yourself with kindness

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Recognizing and stopping negative thoughts

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How to practice thought reframing

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Benefits of journaling to help with anxiety

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Tips for helping someone during a panic attack

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Generalized anxiety disorder in children

Getting help with anxiety

Your personal doctor is your advocate. If you’re struggling, they can connect you to the appropriate resources. Contact your care team 24/7 and they’ll get back to you within 2 business days. Or visit kp.org/mentalhealthservices for 24/7 support and other mental health resources.

Learn more about anxiety and mental health, including symptoms, care information, when to get help, and more.

Footnotes

¹The apps and services described above are not covered under your health plan benefits, are not a Medicare-covered benefit, and are not subject to the terms set forth in your Evidence of Coverage or other plan documents. The apps and services may be discontinued at any time.
²The apps and services are neither offered nor guaranteed under contract with the FEHB Program, but are made available to enrollees and family members who become members of Kaiser Permanente.
³Classes vary by location. Some members may have to pay a fee for certain classes.