Mahmood Danasabe, Aboh Elijah Endurance, Yahaya Dattijo Abubakar, Abubakar Alhassan, Imrana Kabiru

Keywords: Anxiety, clinical psychologists, economic sustainability, national development

Abstract

Anxiety is a prevalent mental health issue with significant individual and
societal costs. This paper explores the critical role of clinical psychologist
in empowering individuals with anxiety to cultivate positive thinking which
ultimately contributes to economic sustainability and national development. By fostering a positive outlook, psychologists can aid individuals with anxiety overcome the debilitating effects of their condition, enhancing their ability to participate fully in the workforce, contribute to economic growth, and engage in civic life. To this end, the paper addresses the impact of anxiety on individual and national economic well-being, highlighting the socio-economic costs associated with anxiety, including lost productivity, healthcare expenditures, and diminished quality of life. Findings established a relationship between positive thinking and reduced anxiety symptoms, enhanced resilience, and improved overall well-being. Moreover, the paper identifies the psychologist’s contribution to the education and training of individuals with anxiety, highlighting the unique skills and knowledge psychologists possess to design and deliver effective interventions aimed at promoting positive thinking and coping mechanisms. The paper concludes
that by emphasizing the potential of positive thinking to create a more
resilient and optimistic society, contributing to economic growth, social cohesion, and national development.

Author Biography

Mahmood Danasabe, Aboh Elijah Endurance

Department of Psychology, Federal University Gashua, Yobe state

Yahaya Dattijo Abubakar, Abubakar Alhassan, Imrana Kabiru

Department of Information and Health Informatics, Federal University of Health Science Azare, Bauchi State, Nigeria

Email: [email protected]

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