Signs of anxiety
Name a situation at school you feel anxious about.
Something bad happening to my family while I am away
When a situation gives us anxiety, we should always try to avoid that situation.
False. The more we avoid things that are actually safe, the more our anxiety will grow.
What are two ways your body lets you know you're anxious?
Fast breathing, racing heart, sweaty hands, feeling jumpy and restless
When we have anxiety it means we are in a dangerous situation.
False; most of the time we are not in danger when we are feeling anxious. Our brain is working harder than it needs to.
Name a situation at home you feel anxious about.
Any situation is correct!
Doing things we are afraid of doing can help us get over our fear.
True
Give an example of a thought you have when you're feeling anxious about something bad happening to you or your family.
Any example of a thought is correct!
If we stay away from the thing that gives us anxiety, eventually we won't be afraid of that thing anymore.
False, avoiding things usually makes our anxiety worse.
Tell about a time you felt afraid but showed bravery and did the scary thing anyway.
Any example of a time you were brave!
Talking about our fears or anxiety usually makes it worse.