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How To Deal With Anxiety?
​Breathing and anxiety are closely linked. When people become anxious, their breathing pattern is often affected. They may start to breathe more quickly and shallowly, which can increase the feeling of panic or fear. It is important to remember that conscious control of your breathing can help manage the symptoms of anxiety and reduce its intensity. That is why many experts recommend learning breathing techniques as one of the ways to dealing with anxiety. 

Watch this video for more tips from Dr Lucas Lim, Associate Consultant at the Department of Mood and Anxiety Disorders at IMH.
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