Since the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran, therapists across the country are seeing a spike in clients grappling with war-related anxiety. The fear of global conflict has intensified feelings of uncertainty and dread.
People are reacting differently-some dismiss the risk, others obsessively monitor news. Many express a sense of impending doom. This collective unease isn't just situational anxiety but a form of globalized trauma, rooted in the erosion of predictability and safety.
Existential psychology points to the fear of death as a core driver. When faced with the unpredictability of war and climate shifts, individuals confront their mortality directly. Cognitive tools like breathwork offer limited relief.
Experts recommend psychological flexibility, grounding oneself in values, and strengthening community ties to cope with this new reality. The world is shifting beyond the familiar norms of stability and control.