Abstract
Global crises such as war, pandemics, climate change, and economic instability have intensified anxiety worldwide. Those in direct exposure zones are not the only ones who risk being affected by mental illness. With increased technological innovations, stress can be spread easily through social media, news channels, and other forms of digital communication. Loss aversion only amplifies the psychological impact, contributing to risk-averse behavior and chronic stress. Anxiety manifests through both individual and collective experiences, which include fight-or-flight, post-traumatic stress, and collective trauma. Since anxiety is a factor that is expected, why not strengthen each other through resilience? Resilience—the ability to recover, adapt, and grow from hardship—can be developed through protective factors, coping strategies, community support, and post-traumatic growth. Displaced populations, though heavily impacted by crisis, demonstrate remarkable resilience in navigating new environments, cultures, and languages. Especially when external resources such as education, mental health care, and volunteer networks are able to support. Digital and in-person mental health programs that cover youth resilience education and community engagement are key to mitigate anxiety. Ultimately, anxiety can be a burden, but cultivating resilience at individual and societal levels allows communities to recover, adapt, and thrive. By prioritizing preparation, support systems, and global coordinated responses, societies can begin to transform the cycles of stress and loss into more opportunities for growth and collective strength.
Keywords: anxiety, resilience, community, global crises, mental health
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