Anxiety has become one of the most common complaints in our modern world. You’re not alone if you feel constantly wired, tired, or on edge. But have you ever wondered why anxiety is increasing, despite all the advances in technology?
Let’s take a step back in time.
In 1869, a doctor named George Miller Beard described a new illness called neurasthenia—a condition that sounds very much like today’s anxiety. People were suffering from fatigue, insomnia, depression, and nervous breakdowns. Dr. Beard noticed this started happening after the introduction of electricity and telegraph lines.
Fast forward to today, and we’re surrounded by artificial electromagnetic fields (EMFs) from Wi-Fi, mobile phones, smart meters, cell towers, Bluetooth, radars, HAARP and more. These invisible frequencies are constantly interacting with our bodies—and especially our nervous system.
Smart electricity meter, EON domestic electric meter in a home electric box. Source: Depositphotos, author: paulmaguire
How EMFs Can Affect Your Body and Mind
Scientific research now shows that EMF exposure can:
Disrupt sleep
Aggravate anxiety and depression
Contribute to memory and concentration issues
Cause heart palpitations and chronic fatigue
Interfere with your brain’s natural chemistry
Recent studies on animals show that low-frequency EMFs can disturb how the brain communicates with the body. EMFs affect something called the HPA axis—this is the body’s stress-response system that links your brain, thyroid and adrenal glands. When the HPA axis is out of balance, you may feel overwhelmed, anxious, or emotionally drained.
The Role of Your Brain Chemicals
Your brain uses “feel-good” messengers like dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine to regulate mood. EMF exposure may interfere with how these important brain chemicals are produced and used, leading to emotional instability, sadness, and anxiety.
How EMFs Get Into the Nervous System
At the cellular level, your nerves communicate using tiny, charged particles like calcium, sodium, and potassium. EMFs interfere with this delicate balance by opening something called voltage-gated calcium channels (VGCCs). This allows too much calcium into your cells, which can trigger:
Stress hormone imbalances
Inflammation
Free radical damage
Sleep problems
Mood swings and anxiety
This is why people who are sensitive to EMFs often report symptoms like restlessness, nausea, skin tingling, racing thoughts, insomnia—and yes, anxiety.
So What Can You Do?
The good news? You can reduce your EMF exposure and support your nervous system naturally.
7 Simple Ways to Feel Calmer and More Grounded
Unplug at Night – Turn off Wi-Fi and phones before bedtime. Keep electronics out of the bedroom.
Get Outside Daily – Nature is one of the best natural healers. Bush, beaches, national parks and parks help calm your nervous system and reset your body’s rhythms.
Create a Low-EMF Home Zone – Use wired internet where possible. Avoid smart appliances and wireless baby monitors.
Limit Screen Time – Especially before bed. Blue light and EMFs together can severely disturb sleep and increase anxiety.
Grounding/Earthing – Walk barefoot on grass, sand, or soil. This helps discharge excess EMFs from your body.
Support Your Adrenals and Nervous System – Nutritional support from a naturopath can help balance your stress hormones.
Take EMF Sensitivity Seriously – If you’re feeling unwell and can’t explain why, consider testing your environment for EMFs. I can help with this in clinic.
Being in Nature free from the EMF is healing. Source; Depositphotos, author: @kasto
Final Thoughts
We live in a world full of invisible radiation that our ancestors never had to deal with. While technology has many benefits, it also comes with a cost—especially to our mental health.
If you’re struggling with anxiety, insomnia, or unexplained fatigue, it may not just be “all in your head.” Your body could be reacting to constant exposure to electromagnetic fields. The good news is that there are solutions—and small changes can make a big difference.
If you’d like to learn more about how to reduce your EMF exposure or need support with anxiety, sleep or hormonal balance, feel free to reach out. I’d love to help you on your journey to better health.
I dedicate this Blog to all anxiety sufferers who’s live is on hold due to this illness.
If you would like to know more about how the DH-Natural Medicine Clinic can help you, please call us now on
(02) 4854 0205
Danuta Hulajko is a Naturopath, international speaker and the founder & practitioner at the DH Natural Medicine Clinic in the Southern Highlands .
Danuta specialises in Allergies, Anti-Aging, Auto-Immune Conditions, Cardiovascular Conditions, Female Reproductive, Long Covid, Menopause, Mould Toxicity, Skin Conditions, Stress and Insomnia and Thyroid Dysfunction.
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