definitions
what is an anxiety disorder?
it is a mental health condition by excessive fear or worry within a daily life.
what is deep breathing?
breathing through your nose and exhaling out your mouth to calm out.
true or false: Anxiety is always harmful and should be eliminated
false, it can be good in certain areas.
name one stressful life event that can trigger anxiety disorders.
trauma or major life changes can trigger anxiety disorders.
How can anxiety disorders affect your future life?
It can distract you in school, and avoid social events or new opportunities because you feel nervous or worried, so over time it can change your life.
what is a social anxiety disorder?
disorder that involves fear of social situations and being judged by others.
what is therapy?
it is one-on-one mental training and talking to a professional about your emotions.
true or false: anxiety affects both children and adults.
True
How can anxiety form in your childhood?
You can have high expectations or pressure, and it can put you under a lot of stress and scary situautions.
True or False: Daily life problems can cause anxiety
true
what is a panic disorder?
repeated episodes of fear with physical symptoms like chest pains, dizziness.
Are there medications for anxiety disorders?
Yes, Antidepressants which help balance chemicals in the brain that affect your mood and stress.
True or false: Anxiety can lead to depression.
true because it can also cause sadness for a very long period of time too.
True or False: If someone in your family has anxiety, you are more likely to have anxiety too.
True anxiety can come from genetics.
True or False: Sleep problems can happen from anxiety
true