Anxiety disorders have surged among young women since the pandemic, with many experiencing debilitating panic attacks. Anna-Lena Rüfli shares her five-year struggle before receiving a diagnosis and treatment. Experts highlight factors contributing to this rise, including the pandemic’s uncertain environment and cyberbullying. Initiatives like Pro Mente Sana aim to teach teens to recognize and address mental health issues in themselves and peers. Rüfli now wants to help others as a trained ‘Peer,’ sharing her journey of learning to manage her condition while advocating for mental health awareness.

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