Reposted by daneka etchells
The troubling rise of longevity fixation syndrome: ‘I was crushed by the pressure I put on myself’
theguardian.com
The troubling rise of longevity fixation syndrome: ‘I was crushed by the pressure I put on myself’
This unofficial diagnosis describes the anxiety-driven, compulsive obsession with living as long as possible. While it might seem healthy to monitor your diet, exercise and biomarkers, it can come at a huge emotional cost