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https://www.mibluesperspectives.com/stories/covid-19/physical-effects-of-anxiety-and-depression

Nearly 20% of adults in the United States have some form of anxiety disorder, making it the most common mental illness with 40 million people affected every year. Depression and anxiety are often co-occurring, with nearly 50% of those diagnosed with depression also having an anxiety diagnosis and vice versa, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. With many people reporting increased concern over their mental health due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to understand that both anxiety and depression are treatable. Oftentimes, the earliest signs of anxiety and depression can be physical. Left untreated, both mental illnesses can contribute to significant physical health concerns.

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