Defining Anxiety
Emotion
Where can anxiety come from? a) Trauma b) Phobias c) Genetics d) All of the above
What is D, all of the above.
What disorder is it when a person has panic attacks and is afraid of having more panic attacks. A panic attack is a sudden, unexpected rush of intense anxiety symptoms that can last anywhere from a few seconds to several minutes.
Panic disorder
(note: not everyone who has panic attacks has panic disorder!)
When we are faced with a threatening event, our bodies give us a surge of adrenaline.
What is true; When faced with a threatening event such as a physical attack or a natural disaster, most people feel anxiety or fear. Our bodies give us a surge of adrenaline and our instincts take over. This gives us the strength we need to get out of the situation and survive.
Does lack of social support increase or decrease someone's risk for developing an anxiety disorder?
What is increase, people with this lack of support are more likely to develop anxiety disorder.
What is the difference between anxiety and fear?
What is: 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)Talking to your doctor
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.
What disorder is it when someone is a part of, or witnesses one or more traumatic events (i.e. abuse, war, assault, accidents, natural disasters...) which can cause harm to their mental health, including symptoms such as nightmares and flashbacks.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Anxiety is not dangerous.
What is true. Anxiety may feel uncomfortable but it is not dangerous.
Name two different things you can do about anxiety.
What is counselling, medications, support groups, and different types of self-help, coping skills etc.
Name at least two different types of anxiety disorders.
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.
What disorder is it when a person is terrified of social settings because they feel other people are judging them and they fear they’ll embarrass themselves.
Social Anxiety Disorder (aka social phobia)
It is better to have some anxiety before a test than no anxiety.
Your anxiety does not last forever.
What is yes.
Name 3 positive coping strategies for dealing with anxiety.
What is RCs, DMR, 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)18.1%
What is D, 18.1%
What disorder is it when a person has recurring, unpleasant thoughts (like thinking their hands are always dirty) and might engage in repetitive and time-consuming behaviors to try and reduce anxiety or distress (like washing their hands hundreds of times a day)?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
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.
There are a number of things about who you are that can put you at greater risk of developing an anxiety disorder; name at least three.
What is: gender; age; personality factors; family history; social factors; occupation/occupational risk; and chronic illness.
You may have an anxiety disorder if? a)It lasts for days b)It develops into a constant feeling of itchiness c)It begins to affect your everyday life d)All of the above
What is c, when anxiety lasts for weeks or months, develops into a constant sense of dread or begins to affect your everyday life, you may have an anxiety disorder.
What disorder is it when someone has unusually high levels of anxiety and worry about aspects of daily life like health and well-being, finances, family or work.
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
When you're anxious, all your other senses are diminished.
What is false; adrenaline starts running and your senses become more alert.
What is the name of the curve used to describe anxiety adapting to its environment?
What is the Yerkes Dodson Curve.