Decoding anxiety: The mental health pioneer who was ahead of her time

Mental health pioneer Dr Claire Weekes developed a successful technique for treating panic attacks, but was largely ignored by the establishment, says Marjorie Brennan.

We live in worrying times, amid what appears to be an epidemic of anxiety. As mental health awareness increases, so too does the advice on how to tackle anxiety, whether on social media, from wellness ‘influencers’ or the ever-burgeoning self-help section in bookshops.