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What is anxiety?

characterized by feelings of tension, worried thoughts and physical changes like increased blood pressure

-anxiety disorders cause severe distress over a period of time and disrupt the lives of individuals suffering from them

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What is stress?

a feeling of being overwhelmed, worried or run-down

-stress is any uncomfortable "emotional experience accompanied by predictable biochemical, physiological and behavioral changes"

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What are some examples of anxiety disorders?

Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Panic disorders, OCD, PTSD

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Is anxiety long term or temporary?

It can result in negative thinking when it comes out of nowhere, is excessive, persists for many weeks without relief, or interferes with everyday life

  • That is when it goes from being an everyday mood to an illness.
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What is the difference between stress and anxiety?

The difference between the two is that stress is usually short term while anxiety persists for a long period of time

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What does it mean to have a phobia?

A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder defined by a persistent and excessive fear of an object or situation. 

-Phobias typically result in a rapid onset of fear and are present for more than six months

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What are some signs and symptoms of anxiety? 

SOB, shakiness, muscle aches and tension, tight chest, racing heart, irritability, insomnia, sweating and nausea, etc. 

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Can stress be positive?

Yes:

  • In some cases, being anxious and worrying over a problem may generate a solution
  • It can help people come up with various ideas or solutions to a conflict
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True or false? Panic attacks occur over a long time and have less extreme symptoms than generalized anxiety disorder.

False; Panic attacks have extreme effects that may happen in combination for a shorter time period (like ten minutes)

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True or False: 

  • According to the Anxiety Disorders Association of Manitoba (ADAM), anxiety disorders are among the most common mental health problems.

TRUE

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What are some symptoms of too much stress?

•Breaking out in zits

•Headaches

•Getting sick a lot

•Decreased energy

•Issues with sleeping

•Digestive issues

•Appetite changes

•Rapid heartbeat

•Sweating

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  • What are some healthy ways that people can cope with anxiety?
  • Deep breathing
  • Relaxation
  • Guided imagery or visualization
  • Yoga
  • Meditation
  • Calming self-talk
  • Physical exercise
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Why do you think people have anxiety?

The causes of anxiety may include the following:

  • inherited tendency
  •  stressful experiences
  • shy temperament
  • anxious parents
  • unpredictable lifestyle
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What is mindful breathing?

The idea is simply to focus your attention on your breathing—to its natural rhythm and flow and the way it feels on each inhale and exhale.

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True or False? Physical exercise is not a key element in reducing anxiety

Physical exercise can be a key element in reducing anxiety due to research showing that it:

  • Raises the levels of certain mood-enhancing neurotransmitters in the brain
  • May also boost feel-good endorphins, release muscle tension, help you sleep better, and reduce levels of the stress hormone (cortisol)
  • Increases body temperature which has calming effects