Anxiety aNGˈzīədē/ noun A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease, typically about an imminent event or something with an uncertain outcome. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q37ICw_asz4 Experiencing occasional anxiety is a normal part of life. However, people with anxiety disorders frequently have intense, excessive and persistent worry and fear about everyday situations.
Anxiety Disorder Prevalence
Demographics for Lifetime Prevalence Merikanagas KR, He J, Burstein M, Swanson SAS, Avenevoli S, cui L, Benjet C Georgiades K, Swendesen J Lifetime prevalence of mental disorders in U.S. adolescents. Under review
Anxiety Types Generalized Anxiety Obsessive Compulsive Social Anxiety https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkCOrIwwJEs Separation Anxiety Panic Specific Phobia PTSD
Co-morbid Issues Substance abuse Depression Anger/Irritability Suicidality Poor Academics
Fight or Flight Bears and Fires
Coping Skills Relaxation Established Routine Sleep Diet Exercise Imagery Trusted Support Systems Distractors Recognize Triggers
Coping Skills Cont. Be aware of media exposure Create a safe zone Music Timeout key word Collaborate
Exposure Facing the fear with a set of coping skills Take it in small steps Challenging irrational thoughts (control)
Foods to Avoid Caffeine Sugar Alcohol Processed Foods Processed Meats
Foods to Eat Beef Whole Wheat Bread Salmon Turkey Greek Yogurt Natural Foods
Parent Do’s Be calm, don’t overreact (They’re not just being difficult) Validate without feeding into it. Assure them they can cope Ask: What do you feel you need? How can I help you? Listen and be patient because you may experience repetitive behaviors, thoughts, and feelings
Parent Do’s Cont. Model good coping skills and verbalize how you’re processing Give them time and space to calm Remember to have fun and connect when they’re doing well Communicate changes in routine with advanced notice Get them professional help if needed
Anxiety Website www.youth.anxietybc.com
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