Technology offers not only a wealth of information that can contribute to health anxiety but also immediately accessible tools that can help treat anxiety [Image: Rob Hampson on Unsplash]
This article looks at what happens when navigating health uncertainty becomes too much to bear, then summarises the support and treatment you can provide
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