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Managing Stress and Anxiety | Recovery Radio

Saturday 28th March 2020

Therapist Wanda Barnett offers practical advice on managing stress and anxiety during challenging times in this episode of Recovery Radio.
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Handling Stress and Anxiety: Tips from Therapist Wanda Barnett

Managing stress and anxiety is not about suppressing your feelings, but acknowledging them and finding healthy ways to cope with them.
Feeling overwhelmed by the constant stream of bad news and uncertainty? You're not alone. In this episode of Recovery Radio, Wanda Barnett, a Primary Therapist at Retreat Behavioral Health, dives into the crucial topic of managing stress and anxiety during challenging times. Barnett shares practical advice on acknowledging your feelings instead of bottling them up, which can make a world of difference in how you cope.
She also talks about the negative impact of endless scrolling through social media and news sites, urging listeners to limit their exposure to avoid unnecessary stress. For parents, she highlights the importance of maintaining a structured routine and encouraging exercise for their kids, which can help stabilize their mental health. Men, who often show anxiety differently, are also a focus, with Barnett offering tips on recognizing and addressing their unique signs of stress.
This episode is packed with actionable insights that can help anyone navigate these stressful times with a bit more ease and clarity.