Unit 3 -- Day 6

What is the initial physical response that may indicate someone is experiencing anxiety?

• Increased heart rate
• Sweating
• Tightness in the chest
• All of the above

Which of the following is a common trigger for a panic attack?

• Loud noises
• Severe anxiety
• Bright lights
• Excessive exercise

What physiological change occurs during a panic attack due to adrenaline release?

• Decreased heart rate
• Increased breathing rate
• Lower blood pressure
• Reduced oxygen levels

How does hyperventilation contribute to the feelings of panic?

• It increases carbon dioxide levels
• It decreases oxygen levels
• It causes dizziness
• It calms the body

What is one effective strategy to help someone during a panic attack?

• Encourage them to breathe faster
• Have them focus on their breathing
• Tell them to ignore their feelings
• Ask them to leave the room

What role does adrenaline play during a panic attack?

• It helps calm the person down
• It increases heart rate and blood pressure
• It reduces anxiety levels
• It has no effect

What might someone feel physically during a panic attack?

• Dizziness and chest pain
• Extreme happiness
• Complete relaxation
• No physical symptoms

What is a common misconception about panic attacks?

• They are always triggered by external factors
• They can feel like a heart attack
• They only happen to people with anxiety disorders
• They are harmless

What is one way to help someone recover after a panic attack?

• Leave them alone
• Provide them with a glass of water
• Encourage them to talk about their feelings
• Tell them to forget about it

Which of the following best describes the cycle of panic during an attack?

• Calmness leads to panic
• Panic leads to physical symptoms which increase panic
• Breathing normally leads to panic
• Ignoring symptoms leads to calmness