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by amelius 3595 days ago
It can be environment-induced, but need not be. It is worthwhile to test this, because it is a strong indicator of the origin of the anxiety which can help determine proper treatment. Basically, all you need to do is go on a holiday for a couple of weeks. If your anxiety isn't gone by the end of the holiday, then your anxiety is probably not environment-induced.

Also, if you wake up every morning with a racing heart, then probably your anxiety is not environment-induced.