a mental and physical reaction to perceived threats
anxiety
How many steps are there in the cycle of anxiety
4
what are 3 symptoms of flight or fight?
increased heart rate, shaking, sweating, shallow breathing, racing thoughts
internal coping skill
the most common type of anxiety disorder
Generalized anxiety
Name 3 symptoms of anxiety
worry, increased heart rate, sleep problems, upset stomach, poor concentration
give an example of what avoidance of anxiety is?
a simple technique that involves the breathe that can help relieve anxiety
deep breathing
what is an example of an internal coping skill?
reframing thoughts, meditation
how many individuals in the U.S have experienced anxiety
approx 40 million
an very intense fear of a specific situation or object
phobia
What happens when you avoid symptoms of anxiety without dealing with them for an extended period of time?
long term anxiety growth
gathering evidence in support or against your thought that is causing you anxiety is called what?
Putting thoughts on trial
external coping skill
How many individuals in the U.S have a substance use disorder?
approx 20 million
What are 3 ways you can deal with anxiety?
Relaxation skills, therapy, and medication
one of the tools your body uses to protect you from danger
fight or flight
expressing your thoughts, feelings, and emotions to someone you trust is called what?
venting
What are 3 examples of external coping skills?
going for a walk, reading a book, calling a friend, talking with loved ones/trusted people
how many individuals in the U.S experienced overdose in 2018?
approx 67 thousand (67,367)
an extreme anxious response where a person experiences a panic attack
panic
generalized anxiety
you have the power to change how you feel through the images you see in your mind, and you use your 5 senses to do this.
imagery or guided meditation
What kind of coping skills tend to feel good in the moment but have negative long term effects?
doctors - school, prescribed, able to monitor symptoms
Dealer - no school, un-regulated substance, does not care about well-being