Members,
From an evolutionary perspective, worrying makes sense. Being able to worry, at least a little, allows us to anticipate and plan for the future and cope with stress. On the other hand, too much worry isn’t healthy either. If you spend a lot of your day worrying, it probably doesn’t do you a lot of good. Worrying about problems a little can lead to problem solving and coping, worrying more than a little doesn’t usually lead to much good. So why do some people worry more than others?
There are a number of factors that contribute to excessive worry including genes and the environment. Worry also tends to happen when things are uncertain.
When do you worry most? Do you think your upbringing has shaped the degree of worry you experience?
Brenna, Bilingual Health Educator
