Understanding Anxiety

What are people with high levels of trait anxiety more likely to experience in high-pressure situations?

• Low levels of state anxiety

• High levels of state anxiety

• No anxiety

• Moderate levels of state anxiety

What is one issue that can lead to competitive anxiety?

• Consistent training

• Negative social interactions

• Regular sleep patterns

• Healthy diet

How can a change in routine affect an athlete?

• It can cause competitive anxiety

• It always improves performance

• It has no effect

• It guarantees success

What is a common cognitive symptom of anxiety?

• Sweating

• Lack of concentration

• Increased body temperature

• Posture change

What behavioural change might occur when someone is anxious?

• Increased body temperature

• Poor decision making

• Posture will change

• Muscle tension

What is a symptom of somatic anxiety?

• Negative thoughts

• Increased body temperature

• Avoiding eye contact

• Playing safe

Which symptom is NOT a somatic symptom of anxiety?

• Sweating

• Increased heart rate

• Poor decision making

• Muscle tension

Which of the following is NOT a behavioural symptom of anxiety?

• Increased fidgeting

• Avoiding eye contact

• Increased heart rate

• Playing safe

Which of the following is an external cause of stress and anxiety?

• Illness

• Reduced sleep

• Being a perfectionist

• Workload

Which of the following is an internal cause of stress and anxiety?

• Day to day hassles

• Cognitive anxiety

• Environment

• Major life events