When it comes to mental illness, the person who has been diagnosed with a mental health disorder is not the only one who is affected by that diagnosis. It is important to consider that the loved ones or those closest to the person with the mental diagnosis are also significantly impacted in a variety of ways. Often family members, friends, or co-workers are not sure what to do when someone who they care about is suffering from mental illness.
The article below offers suggestions to people who have a significant person in their life who suffers from anxiety. Keep in mind that not all the suggestions in the article may help your loved one, but keeping trying and hopefully you will find at least a few that are effective.
If you have never experienced a mental health issue, it can be difficult to understand mental illness and their ways in which it affects people. You may want to talk to that person to help get a better understanding of what they are going through and try to have empathy for them and their experience.