Anxiety
Anxiety is something I am often asked about. While a certain level of anxiety is totally normal (and can actually be good for us - attention, studying motivation, etc.) too much of it can tip the scales into being unhealthy. Good news is there are many effective ways to deal with anxiety.
Check out the resources below for more information and ways to help your student.
Anxiety Information sheet.pdfWhat is Anxiety? Information for Families
Anxiety - Facts for Families.pdfAnxiety - Facts for Families
Anxiety Common Unhelpful Helpful Thoughts Tool 2016.pdfCommon Unhelpful and Helpful Thoughts - helpful ways to change negative/anxious thoughts
Test Calming Power Point.pdfText anxiety? Here are some strategies to help!
Negative Self-Talk 2.pdfPositive self-talk -- it can go a long way!
Problem Solving Skills Worksheet.pdfProblem Solving Skills worksheet - for everyday problems to solve, but also a good tool to challenge anxious feelings
Thought Changing Strategy -- based on the theory that our thoughts-feelings-behaviors are all connected, and if we can change our thoughts, the others will follow.
First - fill in the bubbles with the negative thought. Then, create a new triangle with more positive thoughts and see how they affect feelings and behaviors.
Depression - Facts for Families.pdfDepression - Facts for Families