#NonMedication

Across the globe, anxiety rises as communities recover from the pandemic’s effects. A YourTango feature gathers 23 wellness professionals sharing the techniques they personally use to calm anxiety without drugs. In Thailand, where stress levels have climbed in recent years, these practical, expert-backed approaches offer accessible options for people navigating uncertainty and rapid change.

Data from health authorities underscores the need for alternatives. The World Health Organization reported a 25% worldwide increase in anxiety and depression in 2020, disproportionately affecting young people and women due to loneliness, social isolation, and fatigue. Research in JAMA Psychiatry indicates that mindful meditation can be as effective as some anti-anxiety medications for many individuals. The Cleveland Clinic reinforces non-drug approaches to improve mood by focusing on nutrition, sunlight, exercise, and stress relief.

As cases of anxiety climb in a world still grappling with the aftershocks of the Covid-19 pandemic, a fresh spotlight has turned toward non-pharmaceutical approaches to mental wellbeing. A recent article on YourTango compiles insights from 23 wellness professionals, each sharing the techniques they personally use to reduce anxiety—without the need for medication. With Thailand’s rates of anxiety and stress reportedly on the rise in recent years, these expert-backed strategies offer new hope and practical steps for individuals seeking alternatives amid uncertainty and change.