ANXIETY
Is Anxiety a thought, emotion, or behavior?
Emotion
Where can anxiety come from? a) Trauma b) Phobias c) Genetics d) All of the above
What is D, all of the above.
Teens need 7.5 hours of sleep a night.
False, teens actually need 9 to 9.5 hours of sleep a night yet most teens barely get 7 or 8! A lack of sleep seriously impacts our mood and our ability to think and learn! We are more cranky and frustrated plus it’s harder to pay attention in school. You will feel better if you get more sleep, so try to make getting enough sleep a priority!
What are some signs of anxiety?
What are recurring fears and worries about routine parts of every day life, Changes in behavior, such as irritability, Avoiding activities, school, or social interactions, Dropping grades or school avoidance, Trouble sleeping or concentrating, Substance use or other risky behaviors, Chronic physical complaints, such as fatigue, headaches, or stomachaches.
T/F: Mars isn't actually round.
True- Mars isn’t actually round. Unlike any other rocky planet in the Solar System, Mars is actually shaped like a rugby ball, but with different sizes along all three axes.
What is the difference between anxiety and fear?
Anxiety involves apprehension about a future threat, whereas Fear is a response to an immediate threat.
Which of the following are healthy things you can do about anxiety? a)Exercise b) Use substances c)Keep it to yourself d) Screaming
What is a & d, there are some things you can do on your own to help keep you feeling better. Regular exercise, eating well, managing stress, spending time with friends and family, spirituality, and monitoring your use of alcohol and other drugs can help keep anxiety from getting worse or coming back. Talking to your doctor, asking questions, and feeling in charge of your own health are also very important. Always talk to your doctor about what you’re doing on your own.
Exercising before bed is a good way to unwind and improves your quality of sleep.
False, exercising 2 to 4 hours before bed will actually interfere with your sleep cycles and make it harder to sleep. Fortunately, exercise in general is actually good for sleeping. Just make sure it’s well before bedtime. Aim for 30 minutes a day of activity (such as fast walking, dancing, biking, playing sports, or active games on your Wii, Xbox, or other game console). Exercise increases endorphins, which are our bodies’ natural feel-good chemicals. So get moving (just not too close to bedtime)!
ame two different things you can do about anxiety.
What is counselling, medications, support groups, and different types of self-help, coping skills etc.
What does a comet smell like?
A comet smells like rotten eggs, urine, burning matches, and… almonds. Traces of hydrogen sulphide, ammonia, sulphur dioxide, and hydrogen cyanide were all found in the makeup of the comet 67P/Churyumove-Gerasimenko. Promotional postcards were even commissioned in 2016 carrying the pungent scent of a comet.
Name at least two different types of anxiety.
What is: generalized anxiety disorder; Panic disorder; Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD); Social anxiety disorder; Separation anxiety; Specific phobias; Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
What influences can put you at greater risk of developing anxiety disorder? a) Gender b) Social Support c) Personality Factors d) All of the above
What is D, all of the above.
If you are having difficulties sleeping in the middle of the night, get out of bed and do something boring.
True, although it might seem strange, the best way to fall asleep if you are having difficulty sleeping is to get up and do something boring (like reading a part of the newspaper that doesn’t really interest you) or relaxing (like listening to relaxing music). Try going back to bed after 15 or 20 minutes or when you start feeling sleepy. You may have to repeat this a few times some nights. Lying in bed worrying will just make it harder to fall asleep, so come up with some of your own ideas for boring or relaxing activities that you can do instead.
What are the physical responses to your body when you worry.
Name your body cues when you start to worry too much.
The world's oldest dog lived to be how old?
While the median age a dog reaches tends to be about 10-15 years, one Australian cattle dog, ‘Bluey’, survived to the ripe old age of 29.5.
Name 3 positive coping strategies for dealing with anxiety.
What is talking to a loved one, fidget toys, thought challenging work, exercising, writing, self-care, etc.
Anxiety is the most common type of mental disorder affecting __% of US's population, in any given year. a)6% b)33% c)12.5% d)19.1%
What is D, 19.1%
The weekends are a good time to catch up on some ZZZs - sleep in as much as you can on Saturdays and Sundays.
False, although trying to catch up on missed sleep on weekends and holidays seems like a good idea, your body actually prefers a regular sleep cycle. You will sleep better overall if you try to go to bed and wake up at the same time each day (give or take an hour) – even on weekends.
When does anxiety become a problem?
What is: when it stops you from doing everyday activities; when it goes off and there is no real danger; and when it happens frequently.
Flamingos are born what color?
They actually come into the world with grey/white feathers and only develop a pinkish hue after starting a diet of brine shrimp and blue-green algae.
What causes anxiety?
Anything and everything! genetics, trauma, perfectionism, people pleasing, wanting to fit in, etc.
What else can you experience when having anxiety a). Depression b). Fear c). irritability d). all of the above
What is d, you can experience all of these feelings when experiencing anxiety
Caffeine helps you be productive and get more out of your day. It can wake you up when you are stressed and tired and keep you going.
False, caffeine can actually increase anxiety and interfere with sleep cycles. Having too much caffeine will eventually catch up to you in a bad way. Watch out for hidden sources of caffeine, such as soft drinks like Mountain Dew, Energy Drinks, chocolate, and chai-lattes.
What's causing the rise in teenagers with severe anxiety?
The rise in teen anxiety is driven by a combination of social media pressure, intense academic competition, and the long-term impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Other key factors include global uncertainty (climate change/safety), reduced sleep, family stress, and less time for unstructured play.
False- Hippos really do have big bones, so big and dense, in fact, that they’re barely buoyant at all. They don’t swim and instead perform a slow-motion gallop on the riverbed or on the sea floor. In fact, hippos can even sleep underwater, thanks to a built-in reflex that allows them to bob up, take a breath, and sink back down without waking.