what is anxiety
Anxiety is often tied to physical illness?
true or false
true- stomach aches, being unable to sleep, increased blood pressure, substance use, heart disorders, stomach problems, and many other health conditions.
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name one supportive person at school, you can go to if feeling anxious?
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Is stress build up a factor for developing anxiety?
What are your stressors?
yes!
your answer
is feeling worried before and during a test, is this a symptom of anxiety?
NO! This can be a symptom of anxiety at times- but for most people this is a normal feeling while doing something important.
anxiety is the most common mental health condition?
true or false?
yes- over 40 million people are affected by anxiety- more than any other disorder.
this coping skill is where you write your feelings and track your anxiety?
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Does what we eat and drink effect our levels of anxiety?
What are healthy vs unhealthy habits?
yes! many things in our lives affect our anxiety. Diet, exercise, caffeine, and drugs and alcohol play a part in increasing anxiety.
too much sugar= increased anxiety, too much caffeine= increased anxiety, smoking and drinking and other drugs= increased anxiety
Healthy food, sleep, taking medication, working out= decreased anxiety
A fast, or irregular heartbeat is a symptom of anxiety- or something more serious (health problem that needs attention from a doctor)?
Yes- symptoms of anxiety. While it is important to seek medical help when needed, a fast heartbeat (or irregular heartbeat), fast breathing and sweating are all symptoms of anxiety.
are anxiety and depression linked?
yes! although they are different, many people affected by anxiety also suffer from depression as anxiety is often a trigger of anxiety.
what is the 3 3 3 rule?
Looking around for three objects, and three sounds, and then moving three body parts.
Does talking with your trusted friends help with anxiety
If so, who are these people?
they can!
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What types of neglecting your self care effect you anxiety negatively?
messy environment, being unorganized, not enough sleep, eating poorly, no physical activity, no social engagement, not taking care of our physical health (sickness, doctors, dentist), not being able to work through peer conflicts, not getting along with our teachers, not taking medicine if it is prescribed, family arguments.
Being able to sit still, feeling restless, and unable to sit still- symptoms of ADHD or Anxiety?
BOTH!
These symptoms are present in both diagnoses, for different reasons.
does anxiety make us feel angry?
yes! anxiety makes is feel isolated and powerless leading to frustration and anger. Some may be irritable, impatient, and aggressive.
this skill is where you engage with a professional, are open with them about your feelings and thoughts to process our emotions and make a plan to learn skills to anxiety?
THERAPY!
Describe your current safe place?
How can we recreate/reenact/take parts from this safe place to use other places?
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does stressful life events and negative life experiences affect anxiety?
Yes! family problems, bullying, abuse, natural disasters, fires, car accidents, homelessness, death of a loved one, and many other events cause TRAUMA- which effects our ability to manage stress.
True or Fasle:
People with anxiety have more stomach pains, nausea and problems going to the bathroom than other people?
TRUE!
are stress and anxiety the same thing?
NO! all humans experience stress and anxiety at some times, but they are not the same. stress is the physical response to a potentially dangerous situation, and anxiety is the response to the stress.
Name 5 coping skills not already mentioned that can assist in managing anxiety?
cooking, baking, coloring, fidgets, painting, drawing, watching tv or movie, talking to someone your trust, working out, self care (painting nails, face mask etc), 333 method, talking to your doctor, taking your medications.
Do you know where to go, who to call, who to talk to if your anxiety seems like it is getting worse and you are not sure what to do?
your parents, your teachers, your school counselor, your principals, your school secretaries, your OGS staff (me), your doctors, any safe adult!
As long as you are feeling safe with this adult- SHARE with them, even one!
name 3 triggers that increase your anxiety?
peers, school staff, parents, bullying, our self esteem, our physical health, the health of our loved ones, academic performance, large crowd, loud noises, ongoing trauma, being separated from our family, witnessing violence, witnessing an accident, etc.
Does our energy levels have any relation to our anxiety levels?
no energy, dizziness, no motivation, weakness, feeling overwhelmed are some (but not ALL) physical symptoms of anxiety