Signs of anxiety
Name a situation at school you feel anxious about.
Fire drills, germs
When a situation gives us anxiety, we should always try to avoid that situation.
False. The more we avoid things that are actually safe, the more our anxiety will grow.
Name one thing you are proud of about yourself!
You're amazing!
What are two ways your body lets you know you're anxious?
Fast breathing, racing heart, sweaty hands, feeling jumpy and restless
When we have anxiety it means we are in a dangerous situation.
False; most of the time we are not in danger when we are feeling anxious. Our brain is working harder than it needs to.
Name the Minecraft block that is green on top and brown on the bottom
Grass block
Name a situation at home you feel anxious about.
Germs
Doing things we are afraid of doing can help us get over our fear.
True
What Minecraft monster is the most scary?
Ooo I've got the shivers just thinking about it!
Give an example of a thought you have when you're feeling anxious (e.g. about fires, dogs, parents going away, school).
Any example of a thought is correct!
If we stay away from the thing that gives us anxiety, eventually we won't be afraid of that thing anymore.
False, avoiding things usually makes our anxiety worse.
Name two people who are safe to talk to at school
That's great!
Tell about a time you felt afraid but showed bravery and did the scary thing anyway.
Any example of a time you were brave!
Talking about our fears or anxiety usually makes it worse.
Name three things you love about your pet!
Cute!