Anxious? Turn Off the Media and Other Tips From Experts

Anxious? Turn Off the Media and Other Tips From Experts

“Turn off the media. Stop watching,” said E. Alison Holman, an associate professor at the University of California, Irvine’s Sue & Bill Gross School of Nursing. “This is my research. Media exposure will heighten your anxiety.” Holman holds a doctorate degree in health psychology and has focused on studying trauma-related health problems. “Stay informed — yes — it’s important. Know what’s going on but don’t overdo the media,” she said. “If you’re feeling particularly anxious, do something to distract yourself if you can.”