Understanding Anxiety

What is anxiety?

• A type of food

• A form of exercise

• A kind of music

• An internal signal warning us of danger

What is the first function of anxiety?

• distract us

• To make us happy

• To warn us of threats

• To help us sleep

How does anxiety help us prepare for challenges?

• By making us forget our problems

• By activating our internal resources

• By making us more relaxed

• By encouraging us to avoid situations

What can happen if someone experiences too much anxiety?

• They will never feel fear

• They will always be happy

• They may develop an anxiety disorder

• They become more confident

What is one way to cope with anxiety?

• Stay alone in a room

• Avoid all social situations

• Talk to a friend or teacher

• Ignore it completely

What does the 'fight or flight' response refer to?

• A method of studying

• A type of exercise routine

• How we react to anxiety-inducing situations

• Choosing to eat or not

What is a sign of an anxiety disorder?

• Feeling relaxed at home

• Enjoying social events

• Being unable to focus on daily tasks

• Feeling nervous before a test

What is a common method to manage stress?

• Procrastinating tasks

• Regular physical exercise

• Consuming excessive caffeine

• Ignoring personal needs

What is social anxiety?

• Fear of animals

• Fear of social situations

• Fear of heights

• Fear of darkness

What can help someone with social anxiety?

• Avoiding all social interactions

• Ignoring their feelings

• Talking to a therapist

• Staying at home all the time