What is anxiety?
What can anxiety feel like?
Feeling very worried, tense, or having intrusive thoughts.
One way to manage anxiety in school
Talking to your counselor, use mindfulness strategies, counting your senses, breathing exercises, take a step out of the classroom
Name one person you can talk to at home.
Trusted friend or family
What is the Northwestern mascot?
Wildcat
What can anxiety look like?
Stomach ache, headaches, rapid heart rate, the need to pace or move
One way to manage anxiety outside of school
Create a coping tool box, speak with a trusted adult or friend, journal, exercise, meet with a therapist
Name one person you can talk to at school
Trusted staff member, friend, coach
What are the names of the 9th grade counselors?
Ms. Hernandez (A-K) & Ms. Kimboko (L-Z)
True or False: Not everyone can get anxiety and it looks the same for everyone.
False
True or False: There is therapy provided by the school.
True; Hazel health
How can I be referred to Hazel Health?
Speak to your counselor
What sport is the Washington Capitals a part of?
Hockey
Does clinical anxiety go away when the stressor is gone?
No; Anxiety is a consistent feeling of stress & worry even after the stressor is gone
Name 3 things you can see, 3 things you can hear, 3 things you can touch
Why can it be beneficial to speak to a therapist?
Speaking to someone who is not a stakeholder or involved in the situation can give you unbiased advice and a new perspective.
How many credits do you need to be promoted to 10th grade?
5 credits; including algebra 1 and english 9
Anxiety can be both short-term and long-term, dependent on the person and the situation.
What is the 5-5-5 breathing technique?
Breath in for 5 seconds, hold your breath for 5 seconds, breath our for 5 seconds
Do you need to share how you are feeling with your parents? Will the counselor tell?
No; You only need to share what you feel comfortable with. Your parents will need to confirm to attend Hazel Health. A counselor will not tell anyone anything unless you are harming yourself or harming others.
What is Ms. Kat's favorite color?
Orange