Are Your Fears And Anxieties About Coronavirus Normal?

Are Your Fears And Anxieties About Coronavirus Normal?

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The video discusses the anxiety surrounding the coronavirus outbreak, emphasizing that while anxiety is a normal response to uncertainty, it should not dictate one's actions. The CDC states that the virus poses a low risk to Americans, with few cases linked to travel from Wuhan, China. Experts suggest focusing on actual risks and adaptive responses, like handwashing, to manage anxiety. The global health community is urged to work together to combat misinformation and fear, promoting facts and cooperation to address the outbreak effectively.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary way the CDC states the coronavirus can be transmitted?

Via contaminated food and water

Through the air over long distances

Through direct contact with an infected person

By touching contaminated surfaces

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Dr. Lynn Bufka, when is anxiety considered normal?

When it leads to avoiding all social interactions

When it results in adaptive responses like hand washing

When it causes panic attacks

When it leads to excessive media consumption

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should individuals consider if anxiety starts dictating their life choices?

Relying solely on self-help books

Avoiding all potential risks

Ignoring the anxiety completely

Seeking professional help

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key strategy mentioned to combat the coronavirus outbreak globally?

Focusing only on vaccine development

Countries working together in solidarity

Relying on misinformation to reduce panic

Each country working independently

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is emphasized as crucial in the fight against the coronavirus outbreak?

Spreading fear to ensure compliance

Focusing on facts rather than fear

Ignoring the virus to avoid panic

Relying on social media for updates