Anxiety Disorder Study Guide

Vocabulary practice flashcards based on the Anxiety Disorder Group Presentation Study Guide.

Anxiety disorder

A mental health condition involving excessive fear or worry that interferes with daily life.

Anxiety

A normal emotion that is less intense, less persistent, and does not disrupt daily life in the way an anxiety disorder does.

Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)

A type of anxiety disorder involving excessive worry about many everyday things.

Social anxiety disorder

A type of anxiety disorder marked by a strong fear of being judged or embarrassed in social situations.

Panic disorder

An anxiety disorder characterized by repeated, unexpected panic attacks along with ongoing worry about more attacks or behavior changes because of them.

Panic attack

An episode of intense fear.

Specific phobia

An intense fear of a particular object or situation, such as heights or spiders.

Emotional symptoms of anxiety

Feelings associated with anxiety, including excessive worry, nervousness, fear, irritability, or difficulty concentrating.

Physical symptoms of anxiety

Bodily sensations caused by anxiety, including fast heartbeat, sweating, shaking, muscle tension, or trouble sleeping.

Anxiety triggers

Circumstances that set off symptoms and differ from person to person, such as stressful events, school pressure, work, family conflict, public speaking, or reminders of trauma.

Causes and risk factors of anxiety

Underlying contributors to anxiety disorders that may include biology, experiences, and stressful circumstances.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

A therapy commonly used for anxiety disorders that helps people change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns.

Healthy habits for managing anxiety

Supportive lifestyle practices that help manage anxiety, specifically regular exercise, enough sleep, and deep breathing or relaxation practice.

Virgin Islands local stressors

Specific regional factors that can affect anxiety in the U.S. Virgin Islands, including school pressure, financial stress, family challenges, and severe storms or hurricane recovery.