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The Dark Side of the Obsession With Focus

Plain English with Derek Thompson

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The Paradox of Control: Anxiety and Focus in Daily Life

This chapter explores the phenomenon of prevalence inflation in anxiety disorders, highlighting its link to the contemporary obsession with focus. It emphasizes the need for acceptance of life's distractions rather than attempting to control them, promoting a more relaxed approach to managing anxiety and social interactions.

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