1. 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.

2. Anxiety Disorder Prevalence

3. 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

4. Signs and Symptoms - Physical Chest pain, rapid heart rate, blushing Shallow breathing, shortness of breath Dizziness, headache, sweating, tingling and numbness Choking, dry mouth, stomach pains, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea Muscle aches and pains, tremors, shaking

5. Signs and Symptoms- Psychological Unrealistic or excessive fear about past and future events Racing thoughts Decreased concentration and memory Indecisiveness Irritability, Anger Impatience Confusion Sleep disturbance

6. Signs and Symptoms - Behavioral Avoidance of situations Obsessive or compulsive behavior Distress in social situations Phobic behavior Increased use of alcohol or other drugs

7. Anxiety Types Generalized Anxiety Obsessive Compulsive Social Anxietyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkCOrIwwJEshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkCOrIwwJEs Separation Anxiety Panic Specific Phobia PTSD

8. Co-morbid Issues Substance abuse Depression Anger/Irritability Suicidality Poor Academics

9. Fight or Flight Bears and Fires

10. Coping Skills Relaxation Established Routine Sleep Diet Exercise Imagery Trusted Support Systems Distractors Recognize Triggers

11. Coping Skills Cont. Be aware of media exposure Create a safe zone Music Timeout key word Collaborate

12. Exposure Facing the fear with a set of coping skills Take it in small steps Challenging irrational thoughts (control)

14. Foods to Avoid Caffeine Sugar Alcohol Processed Foods Processed Meats

15. Foods to Eat Beef Whole Wheat Bread Salmon Turkey Greek Yogurt Natural Foods

16. 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

17. 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

18. Anxiety Website www.youth.anxietybc.com

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