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Panic attacks, phobias, and depression – today, more people than ever are suffering from anxiety disorders. In this context, the pandemic and the coronavirus-related regulations act like fire accelerators. Young people have been especially affected by lockdowns, isolation, and the lack of social contact. Director Andrea Ernst looks at the emotional burdens of young people and accompanies patients who have endured anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias for many years. What becomes clear is the extent to which mental illness restricts their chances of living independent lives. The film switches between the intense experiences of the sufferers and the perspectives of scientists: When does anxiety actually become a burden? Why does the condition arise predominantly at a young age? Which treatments can help and what will promote recovery?
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