29/03/2025
Anxiety
Facts and stats
* 37.1 % or women and 29.9% of men reported high levels of anxiety in 2023.
* Women are twice as likely to develop anxiety than men.
* 1 in 3 employees in the Uk suffer from either severe anxiety or moderate to severe depression
* 8 million people in the Uk currently suffer from anxiety.
* There are 5 main types of anxiety: Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Social Anxiety Disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
* Anxiety can exist with other mental health issues; up to 70% of those suffering from anxiety, can also have symptoms of depression.
* Anxiety can be treated; from self-help materials, through to psychological techniques and medication. Treatment can lead to remission of anxiety in 50-80% of cases.
