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Can anxiety disorders be hereditary?
Yes
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What happens to your brain during an anxiety attack?
Your brain activity increases. And eventually your brain may become wired for anxiety.
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What are the different types of anxiety disorders?
Panic attacks, Social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder and phobias
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How do you calm down from an anxiety attack?
Find a calming topic to focus on i.e. rain => Only takes 3 minutes to stop It’s okay to be afraid
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Anxiety
The most common mental disorder in the world.
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Give 2 causes of anxiety
-Certain life experiences (traumatic events) -Inherited traits -Heart disease -Diabetes -Thyroid Problems -Asthma -Drug and/or alcohol abuse/withdrawal
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What are the emotional symptoms of anxiety disorders?
Apprehension Trouble concentrating Feeling tense Irritability Restlessness Blanking out
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What are the causes of panic attacks?
Anxiety Health problems Can be Hereditary Severe stress Challenging transitions
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How do you self-treat anxiety?
Self Treatment: Learn how to manage stress Relaxation techniques Deep abdominal breathing Replace "negative talk" with "positive talk" Picture yourself conquering your fear Meditate Exercise Rest
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How many people in the world suffer from anxiety disorders?
18 million
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Can anxiety be triggered by other health problems?
Yes
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What are the physical symptoms of anxiety?
Pounding heart Sweating Upset stomach Dizziness Frequent urination Shortness of breath Tremors/twitches Muscle tension Headaches Fatigue Insomnia
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What is social anxiety disorder?
(aka) Social Phobia Excessive & Unreasonable Fear of Social Situations Afraid of Mistakes, of looking bad, or being embarrassed / humiliated in front of others May be made worse by a lack of social skills or experience in social situations.
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How do you reduce anxiety symptoms?
Early help Keep journal Managing time and energy No bad substance use Avoiding Caffeine Take care of body
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distress, fear, nervousness, uneasiness, worry
Synonyms for anxiety...
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What is the definition of anxiety?
A human emotion, that is typically experienced when people are nervous or faced with a challenge. It feels like there's worry and fear constantly overwhelming a person, and can be crippling.
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Can anxiety cause heart palpitations?
Yes, anxiety attacks increase your feeling of having a rapid and pounding heart.
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What is generalized anxiety disorder?
(aka) G.A.D. Extreme worry Diagnosed when excessive worrying about a variety of everyday problems persists for at least 6 months
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How can others help you treat anxiety?
Counseling - Psychological Help
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What is the 3rd largest mental health problem in the world today?
Social anxiety
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What types of events can cause anxiety?
Traumatic events
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How could an anxiety disorder affect your behavior in school?
It can increase your inability to stay still and calm.
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How do panic attacks affect everyday life?
Strong physical reactions (painful) Can occur anytime Can interfere with school/work Sudden and repeated
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How do you predict if you are going to have anxiety disorders?
No way to predict if you will have generalized anxiety disorders Only way, supposedly, is being mentally aware at all times of your stress level and how to cope with it…. So there is pretty much no way to prevent GAD if you are vulnerable
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What are the signs that you might have an anxiety disorder?
Excessive worry Sleep Problems Irrational Fears Muscle tensions Chronic indigestion Stage fright Self consciousness Panic Flashbacks Perfectionism Compulsive behaviors Self-doubt
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