Panic Attack Awareness Quiz

What is a panic attack?

• A sudden feeling of strong fear or discomfort

• A type of video game

• A happy mood that lasts all day

• A stomachache after eating too much

True or False: Panic attacks always happen when something dangerous is really happening.

Which of these is NOT a common symptom of a panic attack?

• Fast heartbeat

• Sweating

• Laughing uncontrollably

• Trouble breathing

Imagine your friend suddenly feels dizzy, their heart is racing, and they say, “I can’t breathe!” What might they be experiencing?

• A cold

• A panic attack

• Hunger

• Sleepiness

What is one helpful thing you can do if someone is having a panic attack?

• Tell them to “snap out of it”

• Stay calm and remind them to breathe slowly

• Laugh to distract them

• Run away

True or False: Panic attacks last forever.

If you ever have panic attacks often, who is the best person to talk to?

• A trusted adult (like a parent, teacher, or counselor)

• A stranger online

• Nobody, just hide it

• Only your pet

Fill in the blank: Panic attacks can feel very scary, but they are usually ____________.