Causes of anxiety include genetics and family history, imbalances in neurotransmitters, environmental factors like stress or trauma, certain personality traits, medical conditions, substance abuse, and co-occurring mental health disorders.

Causes of poor concentration include distractions, stress, anxiety, sleep deprivation, mental health conditions like ADHD and depression, poor nutrition, fatigue and exhaustion, multitasking, a lack of interest or motivation, and medications or substances.

Causes of low self-esteem include negative childhood experiences (trauma, abuse, and neglect), negative social comparisons, perfectionism, a critical inner voice, bullying or peer rejection, unrealistic societal standards, academic or professional failures, a lack of a supportive environment, and mental health issues.

Causes of getting caught up with the wrong crowd include peer pressure, a lack of positive role models, a desire for acceptance, a lack of a supportive environment, low self-esteem, curiosity and experimentation, family dynamics, and a lack of guidance or supervision.

Causes of difficulty in making new friends include social anxiety, lack of social skills, fear of rejection, limited social opportunities, relocation or life transitions, low self-esteem or self-confidence, trust issues, cultural or language barriers, and personal preferences.