Facts
a mental and physical reaction to perceived threats
What is anxiety?
an excessive amount of anxiety or worry in different areas of life
What is generalized anxiety disorder?
tightness in chest, tense muscles, shaking hands, dizzy/light-headed, butterflies
What are physical symptoms of anxiety?
used together with therapy, aimed at relieving anxiety symptoms
What is medication?
TRUE OR FALSE:
Outside factors (ex. school, social interactions) can contribute or cause anxiety.
True
triggered by social situations or speaking in front of others
skin picking, nail biting, avoidance of people or situations, difficulty sleeping
What are behavior symptoms of anxiety?
includes exercises such as deep breathing, muscle relaxation, mindfulness
What are relaxation skills?
TRUE OR FALSE
In small doses, anxiety can be helpful.
True
obsessions (bad thoughts) and compulsions (actions taken to relieve anxiety)
What is OCD?
heart palpitations, sweating, trembling, shortness of breath, feelings of out of control
What are symptoms of panic?
aimed at identifying and challenging unhealthy thinking patterns
What is CBT?
avoiding things that scare them which results in an immediate, short-lived sense of relief, leading to the situation feeling even scarier the next time
What is the cycle of anxiety?
intense fear of a specific situation or object
What are phobias?
flashbacks, nightmares, constant fear
What are symptoms of PTSD?
What is exposure therapy?