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How to help a friend with anxiety
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Reaching out to get some tips on how to help a friend who has anxiety when changes occur and then socially isolates to ‘cope’ then the pattern repeats.
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hi there,
i am sorry to hear your friend is experiencing anxiety. you are such a nice friend to seek help for them.
anxiety during changes or periods of adjustment is common and is something a psychologist or mental health professional can assist with. the best way is to take your friend to their GP and go from there. the GP will suggest the best way to go forward. i would suggest getting a mental health care plan, which will give you up to 10 sessions with a psychologist under medicare.
other than that, just be there for your friend and let them know you are there if they need you.
i hope this helps,
jaz xx