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Designing for People with Anxiety
Most people experience anxiety at some point, which can reduce cognitive bandwidth and make processing information or making decisions more difficult. Designers can create calmer experiences by reducing cognitive load, avoiding unnecessary time pressure, and looking beyond basic WCAG compliance. Time limits and countdowns can be particularly destabilizing for anxious users, so designers should avoid them when possible or provide meaningful control over timing.
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