ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Angst

Angst is a feeling of worry or fear or sadness that you get when you're confused about something or when things feel hard and you don't know why. It's like feeling really uncomfortable in your belly, like when you eat too much candy or drink too much soda.

Sometimes when people are going through big changes, like starting a new school or moving to a new house, they might feel angst because everything is so different and they don't know what to expect.

Angst can make people feel like they want to hide or be alone, but it's important to talk to someone you trust, like a parent or a teacher, so they can help you understand your feelings and work through them.