Navigating Anxiety
Who gets anxious?
Everyone
Will people dislike me if I say no?
No, saying no is how we set healthy boundaries with the people in our lives
Where should you keep your tooth brush?
In the medicine cabinet
What is the healthiest drink?
Does everyone experience stress?
Yes, in their person and work lives.
What is the most effective communication style ?
Assertive Communication
How many times should you use your towel?
Once
How much of your plate should be fruit and/or vegetables
Half
What is a Neurotransmitter?
Chemical substances made by neurons specifically to transmit a message
Meditation, Walking, Yoga, Fresh air, Deep Breathing, Trying new things, Grounding, Mindfulness, Progressive muscle relaxation, etc
What is body language?
the use of visual clues to communicate a message
When should you throw your tooth brush out?
Every 3 months
*please ask your nurse if you need a new tooth brush after group therapy =)
Where should you eat meals?
At the table without TV, and not in our beds to disrupt sleep hygiene.
What does the neurotransmitter dopamine affect?
movements and emotions
Name 2 physical symptoms that anxiety can cause?
Sweating, muscle tension, heart pounding, chest pain, nausea, shortness of breath, numbness, tingling etc.
The ability to understand and show concern for another persons feelings?
Empathy
What is dirtier the toilet or the floor?
The floor
How many servings of fruit and vegetables should you eat in a day?
5-10 servings
1 banana, 1 tomato is an example of a serving approximately 1/2 of a cup.
What does the neurotransmitter Serotonin affect?
stabilizing our mood, well-being, cognition, digestion, cognition, digestion, sleep, and happiness
What are treatments offered for anxiety?
Assertiveness is the ability to??
-Be clear about your feelings, choices and agenda (with yourself and others)
-Ask for what you want
-Take responsibility for your feelings and behaviour
How often should you make your bed? and how often should you wash/change your sheets
Everyday, and once a week or more.
Are low fat foods ALWAYS better?
What does the neurotransmitter Norepinephrine affect?
attention, focus, and stress response.