“Does drinking water help anxiety?”

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“Does drinking water help anxiety?”

I am a 22 year old male. I want to know if drinking water helps anxiety?

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**Dr. Margaret S. McKenna** Phychiatrist Cambridge, MA · Accepted Answer

Dr. Margaret S. McKenna Phychiatrist Cambridge, MA

While staying hydrated is important for health, it does not help with anxiety. Exercise, on the other hand, does.

**Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim Ramadan** Psychiatrist Bullhead City, AZ · Accepted Answer

Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim Ramadan Psychiatrist Bullhead City, AZ

Yes, it will help, but be careful of excessive water, as it may cause an electrolytes problem due to water intoxication.

**Dr. Jack L. Underwood** Psychiatrist Schenectady, NY · Accepted Answer

Dr. Jack L. Underwood Psychiatrist Schenectady, NY

Not to my knowledge, unless you are dehydrated.

Jack L. Underwood, M.D.