High functioning anxiety: Positive and negative traits to be aware of

From being punctual to people-pleaser, here are a few positive and negative traits of high-functioning anxiety that we should know about.

Published on: May 29, 2024 4:00 PM IST

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Identifying triggers and going through therapy can help in managing high functioning anxiety. (Unsplash)

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One of the positive traits in people with high-functioning anxiety is it makes people extremely outgoing in nature. They seem happy and smiling.  (Unsplash)

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People with high-functioning anxiety are also punctual, they are proactive and organised. They love to take up tasks.  (Unsplash)

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Detailing is crucial for people with high-functioning anxiety. They are active and helpful, they also like maintaining friendships by staying loyal.  (Unsplash)

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People-pleasing is a negative trait in people with high-functioning anxiety. They are nervous around people and fear being abandoned.  (Unsplash)

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They have the tendency to compare themselves with others and ruminate on negative things. They are also constantly in need of assurance from others.  (Unsplash)