The most common mental health illness in the United States is anxiety.

It affects 40 million adults each year, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America.

Those who suffer from it know all-to-well that the stress that accompanies anxiety disorders can interfere with your day-to-day life. It can also lead to serious health complications.

This week we share our personal struggles with anxiety and a number of tools you can use to keep it from taking over your life.