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True or False: I have to talk in front of the class. I feel like I am going to throw up. This is called ANXIETY.

True. Sometimes being very nervous makes people feel like throwing up. Other things might happen like a racing heart, tense or shaky muscles, or headaches.

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Practice a grounding technique. Name 3 things I can TASTE.

cheeseburger, crunchy apple, warm hot chocolate, fresh clean water, sweet slice of orange

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It is important to set short and long term goals to help with anxiety.

Yes, having a plan can help you make decisions easier. But remember, plans might change because nothing is perfect!

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Name 2 calm places to think about to feel better with anxiety.

beach, home, park, forest, pool, Hawaii, grandma's house

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True or False: It is NOT OK to feel nervous. Don't feel nervous!

False. It's okay to feel nervous. Everybody feels anxiety sometimes.

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True or False: I feel nervous. My heart is beating like a drum. I need to call 911 and go to the hospital.

False. I am feeling anxiety. I can calm myself down.

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True or False: It's OK to play quietly with a fidget spinner during class time.

True, if you are quiet and respectful with your tool, you can use it to help keep you calm.

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lifesaver

Give 5 points!

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rocket

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banana

Go to last place!

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Lots of time on social media and video games can actually lead to more anxiety.

True. Social media can cause unrealistic comparisons and expectations and video games can overstimulate the brain so everything else seems 'too boring'

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