In Greater Than Panic, Dean takes you back to the very first day his anxiety disorder made a mysterious appearance in a shopping centre and explains how it led to the creation of a mental health community on Instagram which now has over 1.2 million people. This is the first account of how his anxiety disorder developed, how it manifested, and what methods he put in place to overcome it once and for all. In this book we look at the physical symptoms of anxiety and the complications the can arise from them, we explore the emotional symptoms of anxiety and delve into common thinking traps, rumination and reassurance seeking. We explore the science behind the anxious response, learning that the response itself is not the problem and dig deeper into the common pitfalls of an anxiety disorder. In this book we look at further scientific studies about the effectiveness of first line treatment for anxiety, you will be introduced to the role of CBT in the treatment for anxiety disorders. We will also explore holistic approaches such as Meditation, Mindfulness, Exercise and Yoga looking at the benefits and scientific evidence of each one. This book will show you how anxiety disorders often overlap and we will explore the different types of anxiety disorders.

Dean shares his experience building a global anxiety support community that helps like-minded people connect through their journeys. Today, the DLC Anxiety community offers people an environment of courage, support, and motivation, as they access education from mental health professionals worldwide.