Anxiety can affect anyone, regardless of their age, gender, race, or socioeconomic status. It is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Anxiety can be triggered by a variety of factors, including stressful life events, trauma, genetics, chemical imbalances in the brain, and environmental factors. Some people may experience anxiety only occasionally, while others may have a chronic anxiety disorder. Anyone who experiences symptoms of anxiety that interfere with their daily life should seek professional help from a mental health provider.