Coping Mechanisms
What are some basic physical mechanisms you can do to reduce social anxiety?
What are breathing exercises (slowly inhaling and exhaling to calm the body)?
Feeling anxious when asked to introduce yourself in a group setting or just speaking in front of others.
What is the fear of public speaking?
What everyday drink can make anxiety worse due to it's stimulating effects?
What is coffee/caffeine
This pop star, known for their hits Bad Romance and Born This Way ,has been open about their struggles with anxiety and PTSD
Who is Lady Gaga?
What techniques can teachers use to help them cope with social anxiety?
What is meeting with students one-on-one and creating safe, comfortable environments allowing students to feel relaxed?
Choosing to send a text/email instead of a phone call because talking on the phone feels overwhelming.
Phone Anxiety
What is the chemical in the brain, typically called the "stress hormone", that is released during anxious moments?
What is cortisol
This basketball player is an all-star point guard and is known for talking about his anxiety and PTSD. (Hint currently on the Mavericks)
Who is Kyrie Irving?
This herbal tea is known for its calming effects and is used as a natural remedy for anxiety, sometimes even before social events.
What is chamomile tea?
Staying quiet in class or meetings, even when you have something to say, because you're too anxious to say something wrong
What is fear of speaking up?
How can school be a trigger for students with social anxiety?
What is students are too anxious to ask for help or collaborate with others?
This Olympic hold medalist gymnast withdrew from their 2021 Tokyo Olympics event to focus on their mental health. Their actions sparked a global awareness on Anxiety.
Who is Simone Biles?