What is Anxiety?
Anxiety is our body’s response to _______.
What is fear.
Where can anxiety come from? a) Trauma b) Phobias c) Genetics d) All of the above
What is D, all of the above.
What anxiety disorder is it when a person has panic attacks and is afraid of having more panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden, unexpected rush of intense anxiety symptoms that can last anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes.
What is Panic disorder, but not everyone who has panic attacks has panic disorder.
When we are faced with a threatening event, our bodies give us a surge of adrenaline.
What is true; When faced with a threatening event such as a physical attack or a natural disaster, most people feel anxiety or fear. Our bodies give us a surge of adrenaline and our instincts take over. This gives us the strength we need to get out of the situation and survive.
Is anxiety dangerous?
What is not dangerous, anxiety can be uncomfortable but it is essential to signal potential danger.
What is the difference between an anxiety disorder and stress?
What is: The difference is that in an anxiety disorder, the symptoms are extreme and don’t go away once the stress is over.
Which of the following are healthy things you can do about anxiety? a)Exercise b)Avoid it c)Keep it to yourself d)Talking to your doctor
What is a & d, there are some things you can do on your own to help keep you feeling better. Regular exercise, eating well, managing stress, spending time with friends and family, spirituality. Talking to your doctor, asking questions, and feeling in charge of your own health are also very important. Always talk to your doctor about what you’re doing on your own.
What anxiety disorder is it when someone has a fear of a specific trigger, such as heights or spiders.
What is specific phobia.
Anxiety disorders are the same thing as problems with stress
What is false; Anxiety and stress problems can have a lot in common. The difference is that in an anxiety disorder, the symptoms are extreme and don’t go away once the stress is over.
Name at least two different types of anxiety disorders.
What is: generalized anxiety disorder; Panic disorder; Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); Social anxiety disorder; Separation anxiety; Specific phobias; Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
What influences can put you at greater risk of developing anxiety disorder? a) Gender b) Social Support c) Personality Factors d) All of the above
What is D, all of the above.
What anxiety disorder is it when a person is terrified of social settings because they feel other people are judging them and they fear they’ll embarrass themselves.
What is Social anxiety. This is also known as social phobia.
Anxiety can be good and help up prepare for future events.
What is true; fear can trigger the body's "fight or flight" system and can help the body prepare to defend itself. I
Are phobias considered a type of anxiety disorder?
What is yes, when a person experiences extreme or unreasonable terror when confronted with a certain object, situation or activity. This terror can lead to a strong need to avoid that object or situation. The objects of phobias are diverse and can include fear of dogs, flying, enclosed spaces, water, and blood. Which is referred to as a specific phobia disorder.
Anxiety is the most common type of mental disorder affecting __% of America's population, in any given year. a)6% b)33% c)19% d)12%
What is c, 19%.
What anxiety disorder is it when a person has recurring, unpleasant thoughts, like thinking their hands are always dirty. As a result, they may develop repetitive and time-consuming behaviors to try and reduce anxiety or distress, like washing their hands hundreds of times a day.
What is obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD); when a person has recurring, unpleasant thoughts (these are called obsessions), like thinking their hands are always dirty. As a result, they may develop repetitive and time-consuming behaviours to try and reduce anxiety or distress (these are called compulsions), like washing their hands hundreds of times a day.
Anxiety is not heritable/genetic.
What is false; anxiety can be passed on genetically. If someone in your immediate or extended family has had problems with anxiety, then you may be more likely to develop an anxiety issue.
When does anxiety become a problem?
What is: when it stops you from doing everyday activities; when it goes off and there is no real danger; and when it happens frequently.
What are five physical symptoms of anxiety?
What is: sweating, trembling, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, increased blood pressure, muscle tension, or shaking.
You may have an anxiety disorder if? a)It lasts for days b)It develops into a constant feeling of itchiness c)It begins to affect your everyday life d)All of the above
What is c, when anxiety lasts for weeks or months, develops into a constant sense of dread or begins to affect your everyday life, you may have an anxiety disorder.
Is any type of anxiety healthy?
What is yes, some anxiety from time to time is normal and healthy; it can help motivate us and help get us out of tough situations.