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Feeling anxious is part of being human, but when anxiety begins to dominate your thoughts, behaviour and daily decisions, it can start to feel overwhelming. In Addicted to Anxiety, bestselling author and psychotherapist Owen O’Kane introduces a powerful and original way of understanding anxiety — not as a flaw, but as a habit we can become unintentionally addicted to. Drawing on extensive clinical experience, O’Kane explains how common coping mechanisms such as avoidance, reassurance-seeking and overthinking may reduce anxiety in the short term, yet quietly reinforce it over time. These patterns can trap us in a cycle where anxiety feels familiar, even comforting, while continuing to shape our lives in unhelpful ways. Through clear explanation and practical insight, this book helps readers recognise anxiety triggers, understand how anxious habits form, and learn how to interrupt them. By approaching anxiety through the lens of addiction, Addicted to Anxiety offers realistic, compassionate strategies for replacing destructive thought patterns with healthier responses, allowing lasting change to take place. Grounded in psychology and written in an accessible, reassuring tone, this is an essential self-help book for anyone struggling with anxiety, stress, overthinking or emotional burnout. It is ideal for readers seeking evidence-based mental health guidance, practical anxiety management tools and a path toward a calmer, more balanced life.