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What if managing ADHD and anxiety didn’t mean juggling multiple daily pills or powering through therapies that never seem to fully connect? A growing number of researchers are asking the same question—and exploring new options that could better address the unique challenges of living with both conditions. For those who face constant distraction paired with relentless worry, this dual diagnosis can feel like a never-ending loop. But understanding the overlap may be the key to unlocking better care.

What if anxiety care didn’t mean taking a pill every day or endlessly pushing through talk therapy that doesn’t quite stick? A growing number of researchers are asking that same question—and turning their attention to a new possibility: psychedelic-assisted therapy. Currently under investigation in advanced clinical trials, this approach combines guided psychedelic sessions with therapeutic support to explore how it may impact people living with chronic anxiety.

Anxiety isn’t always fleeting. For millions of adults, it’s a daily, debilitating experience.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) affects approximately 3.1% of U.S. adults each year, and many find limited relief even after trying traditional medications like SSRIs or benzodiazepines[^1]. Symptoms often include excessive worry, restlessness, sleep disturbances, and difficulty concentrating — lasting six months or more and affecting relationships, work, and daily life.

For some, social interactions are effortless. For others, they can feel overwhelming, even frightening. Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) goes far beyond shyness — it’s a daily struggle that affects how people show up in the world.