What is Existential Anxiety?

Dr. Tracy Marks discusses the rise in mental health issues due to the pandemic, focusing on existential anxiety. She explains existentialism, its core fears, and how life transitions can trigger these fears. The video explores coping mechanisms, purpose substitutes, and the importance of finding purpose and values to manage anxiety, including death anxiety.

What are some common compensatory behaviors or purpose substitutes people engage in?

How can finding purpose and value help alleviate existential anxiety?

What strategies can be employed to manage death anxiety according to the text?