Anxiety Disorders
This type of anxiety consists of fears of being judged and evaluated negatively by others, leading to anxious feelings about interacting with others
What is social anxiety?
Anxiety can impact this area of our lives.
What is all areas of our lives?
Mental, physical, social, academic, work performance, etc.
This way of coping benefits both your mental and physical state. It allows you to relieve stress, it increases blood flow, and it produces endorphins
What is exercise?
This is the most common mental health issue on college campuses
What is anxiety?
This is the practice of taking action to preserve your own mental health and well-being. It can consist of tending to yourself physically (exercise, eating right, getting enough sleep, doing a face mask) or engaging in hobbies (reading, writing, listening to music)
What is self-care?
This type of anxiety consists of recurring, unpleasant thoughts. As an attempt to try and reduce anxiety, individuals with this disorder may develop repetitive, time-consuming behaviors
What is obsessive-compulsive disorder?
As a result of anxiety, individuals may avoid social situations or even avoid leaving the house. This is known as
What is isolation?
This coping mechanism is a way to explore thoughts and feelings. This can be a way of relieving stress, becoming aware of triggers or patterns, and keeping track of progress
What is journaling?
This is the gender that is more likely to be diagnosed with anxiety disorders
What is female?
Is there a difference between anxiety and nervousness? Explain.
Yes, there is a difference. For example, anyone can feel nervous about an event/situation. Maybe if you have a test coming up or a job interview, it doesn't always mean the person has "anxiety".
This type of anxiety is characterized by chronic anxiety, exaggerated worry, and tension, even when there is little or nothing to provoke it
What is generalized anxiety?
Panic attacks can often cause a fear of death because they mimic the symptoms of ...
What is a heart attack?
Sweating, dizziness, heart palpitations, chest pain, shortness of breath, hot/cold flashes
This coping mechanism includes opening up to friends and family about anxiety, seeking counseling from a professional, and joining support groups
What is building a support system?
75% of adults with anxiety experience anxiety by this age
What is 22 years old?
PRIME COLLEGE TIME
This free, confidential hotline answers for the eight counties of the Big Bend area. It provides information, referrals, and short-term counseling. This hotline is 24/7 and is a great resource if you are feeling particularly anxious and need support at any time
What is 2-1-1?
This type of anxiety results from experiencing or witnessing one or more dangerous or terrifying event
What is post-traumatic stress disorder?
Two types of beverages that can worsen anxiety.
What is alcoholic beverages and caffeinated beverages?
This psychological process consists of bringing one's attention to experiences occurring in the present moment
What is mindfulness?
This is the percent of individuals with anxiety that actually get help and receive treatment
Chemical imbalances, genetics, environmental factors, traumatic situations, and life stressors
What is causes of anxiety?
This type of anxiety is characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, or abdominal distress
What is panic disorder?
This is a way anxiety can physically portray itself
What is muscle tension, gastrointestinal disturbances (IBS and GERD), headaches, nausea, or insomnia?
This type of coping involves identifying, challenging, and altering negative thought patterns that can maintain anxiety
What is cognitive restructuring?
This is the number of Americans that experience anxiety every year (in millions)
When does anxiety become a big problem for people?
When it starts to impact their daily functioning/life.