Stressors
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is a NORMAL worry or uneasy feeling that occurs when we think bad thoughts. It causes us to feel afraid and nervous and can actually generate real and uncomfortable physical responses.
What can you do if you feel anxious?
deep breathing, name the feeling, imagine a quiet place, drink water, paint, hug a loved one, grounding technique, warm bath, smell my favorite sent, noise cancelling headphones, play with a pet, Hug a toy, wrap up in a warm blanket, count heartbeats, press and release palms together.
What is the most popular app for kids ages 12 to 14?
YOUTube!!!
followed by Tiktok, snapchat, instagram.
When do I feel anxious?
Example: being asked this question.
Ready!
Everyone do 6 squats.
What is stress?
Stress is what you feel when you are worried or feel uncomfortable about something happening in your life.
Stress can make you moody and can make it hard to concentrate in school or even make you feel like not eating or sleeping.
What is meditation?
A practice of mindfulness and self-awareness. Living in the moment.
What is the most heard song of the year? (month Jan)
"loving on me"
What do I do about it? (anxious/nervous)
example: I send a DM to my friend.
Next!
Do a popular TikTok Dance! or any dance you know.
How does anxiety show up in your behaviors?
Anger or agitation, Rude and defiant behavior, negative thinking, Lack of focus and inability to pay attention
Sleep issues, controlling behavior, avoiding activities people or events.
What does gratitude mean?
Being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness.
How does social media affect your mood?
Adolescents that spend more than 3 hours are double the risk of experiencing poor mental health including depression and anxiety.
Low self esteem, poor body image, poor sleep habits, depressive symptoms.
Is mental health important at your school?
Ready Go!
Everyone do the cha-cha.
What causes anxiety?
conflict at home, going to school, being in a crowd, not being in control, too much homework, loud noises, when parents are away, feeling sick, people touching me, transitions or change, feeling left out, worry about the future, someone criticizing me, when parents fight, playing sports, new people, making friends, having conversations.
How do I take a deep breath?
Stand or sit. Place hand on your belly. Take a deep breath expanding your entire belly. Slowly, breathe out through your mouth.
What is the recommended time a adolescent should be on social media a day?
No more than 2 hours a day!
How can I be supported?
Example: Having a daily check in.
Thank you, Next.
What did you learn today?
Anxiety feels like.......
worry a lot, tense shoulders, headaches, dizziness or feeling weak, mind racing/can't focus, sweating or shivering, heart racing, muscle feel tight, nervous or upset stomach, jelly legs, hands feel numb or tingly
What is grounding?
A calming technique that connects you with the present by exploring the five senses.
5 things I can see, 4 things I can touch, 3 things I can hear, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing I can taste.
How many hours does the average teen spend social media?
ages 13 to 19 spend 4.8 hours over 51%
Is anxiety good or bad?
Neither!
Extra Extra
The entire Class does the wave!