“Grounding techniques are strategies that help connect or “ground” you in the present moment. They’re essentially a form of mindfulness, which has been shown to help many different mental health conditions.

A large 2014 reseach review with Trusted Source with nearly 19,000 studies concluded that mindfulness-based stress reduction programs can ease symptoms of anxiety, depression and pain.

Grounding methods for anxiety are different from other relaxation exercises in that they focus heavily on distractions and quieting extreme emotions.

A small 2015 study found that just 1 hour of grounding exercises helps improve mood in people with anxiety and depression more than relaxation alone.”

Based on personal experience, grounding techniques would probably work best on those suffering from severe anxiety. Read more at the link below:

https://psychcentral.com/anxiety/using-the-five-senses-for-anxiety-relief#grounding-exercises-for-anxiety