Generation Anxiety: A Millennial and Gen Z Guide to Staying Afloat in an Uncertain World
(eBook)

From licensed clinical psychologist and TikTok therapist Dr. Lauren Cook, a practical guide aimed at Millennials and Gen Z for tackling anxiety Millennials and Gen Z-ers are considered two of the most anxious generations in history, and with many intense generation-specific stressors facing them in recent years-including climate change, political polarization, systemic racism, gun violence, and financial instability-it's easy to see why people are being diagnosed with anxiety at alarming rates. Dr. Lauren Cook, a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in treating Millennials and Gen Z clients, and a Millennial who also lives with anxiety, understands the many nuanced reasons why these two groups are struggling in different ways than their predecessors. Taking a feminist and intersectional lens, Dr. Cook shares her own struggles with anxiety and provides easy, actionable steps to help readers ride the waves of anxiety rather than constantly swimming against them. This relatable, honest, and information-packed book incorporates thorough, evidence-backed psychological research and diverse client experiences to illustrate a broad range of presentations of anxiety to help readers gain insight into their own stressors and combat anxiety. "Dr. Lauren is the rare psychologist who will take you through the whole portrait of a patient's life, explaining just how the body and mind can work together to heal our individual and collective stressors. Generation Anxiety is a game-changer that we can all benefit from."; "Powerful! Generation Anxiety is an empathetic and hopeful look at the anxiety that plagues so many of today's youth. Masterfully written and filled with practical steps, readers of all ages will gain a deeper understanding to anxiety and how they can be working towards a joyful and full life today."; "A breath of fresh and healing air for a lot of overwhelmed and exhausted people. Dr. Lauren Cook taps into the anxiety that so many are feeling right now and offers practical tips for overcoming it. Not just vague platitudes, but science-based advice that just might help readers feel better and more capable of handling the pressures of modern life."; "Lauren is touching on something very real and growing among Millennials and Gen Z. Her advice is consistently relatable, actionable, and research-backed."; "Dr. Lauren's book is a must read for Millennials and Gen-Zers who are feeling overwhelmed with all life is throwing at them and who are seeking a source of hope, empowerment, and a thoughtful action plan to build self-confidence and achieve positive outcomes in their life. I highly recommend it to anyone interested in self-development and healing."; "With so many people struggling with anxiety, Lauren's book couldn't come at a more perfect time. Anxiety can sometimes feel so overwhelming, and Lauren provides practical ways that you can connect to yourself, cope, and ultimately be well."; "If you're struggling with the physical symptoms of anxiety, Generation Anxiety is a must-read. Dr. Lauren does a beautiful job bringing the brain and the body together to help us understand how to heal holistically. When we can begin to understand how the gut impacts our brain and vice versa, we can change the course of well-being-not just for our own selves, but for generations to come."; "The guide we need in a world more anxious than ever. Dr. Lauren Cook has created a book that is both informative and relatable in a way that lets readers know they are no longer alone and [that] change is within their reach. Her words will help and empower so many."; "Dr. Lauren is my absolute go-to when it comes to working through anxiety. Generation Anxiety is a must-read for anyone who experiences anxiety or wants to support someone who does. Given that so many of us are feeling overwhelmed by everything going on in the world, this book not only belongs on your shelf, [but] it also belong