Is anxiety affecting you or someone you love? Did you know anxiety has increased by approximately 30% since the COVID-19 pandemic?

Clinical psychologist and author Dr. Alice Benton shares practical ways to recognize anxiety, challenge the worst-case scenarios it creates, and support loved ones with gentle curiosity rather than quick answers. She explores the neurological difference between spoken and unspoken emotions, why excessive screen time and unhealthy forms of self-medication can intensify anxiety, and how being genuinely heard can help bring relief.

You’ll also discover how Scripture can counter anxious thoughts with truth—and why listening may be one of the most loving and powerful things we can do for someone who is struggling.

Resources:

• Dr. Alice Benton’s website
• 100 Days of Biblical Family Engagement by Dr. Alice Benton
• Understanding & Loving Your Child in a Screen-Saturated World by Stephen Arterburn and Dr. Alice Benton
• HomeWord Episode 9-Daily Conversations for Screen Management with guest Dr. Alice Benton
• HomeWord Episode 40-Ask the Expert: Practical Questions and Answers in a Screen Saturated World with Dr. Alice Benton
• HomeWord.com
• HomeWord YouTube
• Dr. Jim Burns’ Blogs
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• Have a question you want Jim to answer? Email us! info@homeword.com
• Refreshing Your Marriage Conference: October 9-10, 2026
• New Life Live

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• A Student’s Guide to Sexual Integrity: God’s Plan for Sex and Your Body
• Doing Life With Your Adult Children: Keep Your Mouth Shut and the Welcome Mat Out

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