4 Travel Habits That Are Secretly High-Functioning Anxiety In Disguise
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While traveling is supposed to be filled with fun and adventure, it can often come with over-planning, worrying and strict habits that are actually high-functioning anxiety in disguise.
Sure, being a stickler about time and a set schedule while on vacation is sometimes needed to experience all the sights ― but when it takes over your entire travel experience, it may be high-functioning anxiety.
This type of anxiety differs from generalized anxiety disorder because it can often go unnoticed by others, as those who experience it tend to mask their symptoms in public.
“They are often successful and hold leadership positions in professions such as doctors, lawyers, engineers, politicians or business executives,” said Dr. Michael Louwers, an associate medical director at the Reset Medical and Wellness Center.
While high-functioning anxiety is not an official diagnosis, it’s used as a term to describe individuals who experience anxiety symptoms while still managing to navigate their daily lives.
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