Alleviate Anxiety: Top 5 free smartphone apps for stress relief
updated the Wednesday, May 11, 2016Yes, besides using your smartphone as a means of communication or a game console, you can look to it when you need some emotional reprieve as well.
With the rapid pace of life these days and the constant need to produce results, anxiety and stress levels are naturally on a high. Around 10 percent of Singaporeans suffer from anxiety disorders, which is a very worrying phenomenon indeed. It is therefore crucial to invest in stress-relieving methods, such as yoga or meditation, in order not to succumb to the consequences of the rat race.
Since our smartphones play such an intrinsic role in our lives, we thought, why not enlist their help in combatting stress? We’ve picked out 5 free apps we think will help you best when you’re feeling the heat and just need a few minutes to relax. From simple games to real-life therapy, we think we’ve got just what you need to get back to your happy self once again.
Dione Chen
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