Quick Starter: Generalised Anxiety
Educational information only — not a diagnosis or medical advice.
What it is
A pattern of excessive, hard-to-control worry with associated physical and cognitive symptoms.
Possible signs
- Feeling on edge, restless or keyed up
- Irritability; difficulty concentrating
- Sleep disturbance (falling or staying asleep)
- Muscle tension; racing thoughts
Trusted resources
Use this site for Generalised Anxiety
- Begin with the SOS reset, then extend with 4-7-8 for longer exhales.
- Schedule brief practices morning & evening to steady baseline.
- Use the share tools to keep supportive prompts handy.
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Anxiety Tools
Grounding Coach
Worry Time Timer
Exposure Ladder (sketch)
- List 5 small steps from easier → harder.
- Repeat the first step until discomfort falls 30–50%.
- Safety first; avoid risky situations.
Emergency & urgent help (UK)
If you are at immediate risk of harming yourself or someone else, call 999 or go to A&E. For urgent mental health support call NHS 111 (select the mental health option). You can talk 24/7 to Samaritans on 116 123 (free). This site is educational and is not medical advice.
Grounding Coach 5‑4‑3‑2‑1
Name 5 things you see · 4 you feel · 3 you hear · 2 you smell · 1 you taste. Breathe slowly and describe details.