Anxiety

Symptoms

Psychological symptoms

Worry/Uneasiness

Unable to concentrate

Nervousness

Unrest

Difficulty sleeping

Confusion

Panic attacks

Need constant reassurance

Physical symptoms

Increased heart rate

Shortness of breath

Dizziness

Chest pain

Restlessness

Perspiration

Shaking/trembling

Nausea

Possible Causes

Home life

Disorganized

Lack of stability

Feeling of danger

Expectations

Lack of routine

School life

Homework

Social Life

Expectations

Feeling of danger

The Brain

Chemical embalance

Could be a symptom of another unresolved mental illness

Lack of consistency in taking medication

Coping Mechanisms (will do some during seminar)

Take deep breaths (gives your body a fresh supply of oxygen, releasing chemicals that will help you feel better)

Positive self talk (creates new pathways in the brain that can become the new go-to mentally)

Counseling/talk about it (helps you see the cause and put things into perspective as well as discover solutions)

Look for patterns. Keep a log of what you do during the day and when you feel anxiety. (helps you recognize triggers and find ways to avoid or deal with them)

Get enough sleep, exercise, and good nutrition. (regulates horomones/chemicals in the body that can help combat anxiety and other mental illness)

Count to 10 (helps you slow down and focus on the now)

Positives

Motivation to accomplish a task

Warning sign to fix a situation

A warning system

Empathy towards others

Can be a sign of great leadership

Negatives

Debilitating

Overwhelming

Can lead to other psychological issues i.e. depression

How to Support

Listen to understand, not to respond

Check-in

Do things with that person that they enjoy

Recommend professional help and support the decision.

Be consistant, available, empathetic, and patient

Learn about it

Take them seriously

Remain calm and positive.

Help them talk through it.

Remember to take care of your own needs too