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Is the news making you feel anxious?

Hearing about scary or upsetting things in the news can lead to feelings of anxiety. If you’re feeling concerned about something you’ve read, heard or watched, we’ve got some tips to help.

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Upsetting news stories can make us feel anxious

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Updated on 24-Mar-2017

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