Understanding and Managing Worry

The video discusses the feeling of worry, its causes, and effects on individuals. It provides strategies to manage worry, emphasizing the importance of understanding and addressing these feelings. The video also highlights how worry can be beneficial by prompting preparation and action. It concludes with encouragement to face worries and continue trying despite challenges.

What is a common feeling when you worry about something?

• Indifference

• Upset or scared

• Happiness

• Excitement

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of worry?

• Taking a test

• Joining a new class

• Arguing with friends

• Winning a prize

What physical reaction might you experience when you worry?

• Feeling sleepy

• Breathing slows down

• Muscles relax

• Heart beats faster

How might worry affect your behavior in class?

• Improved concentration

• Increased attention

• Difficulty paying attention

• Feeling more energetic

What is the first step to take when you feel worried?

• Eat something

• Talk to a stranger

• Stop and think about how you feel

• Ignore the feeling

Which of these activities can help calm your mind and body?

• Playing video games

• Eating junk food

• Watching TV

• Counting to 10

What should you do after calming down from worry?

• Forget about it

• Focus on your thoughts and feelings

• Go to sleep

• Blame someone else

Why is it helpful to talk to a friend or a trusted adult about your worries?

• They can solve your problems

• It can make you feel better

• They will worry for you

• It will make the worry disappear

How can feeling worried be beneficial?

• It makes you forget things

• It makes you avoid challenges

• It helps you prepare for the future

• It makes you feel happy

What did Becca do to address her worry about missing the bus?

• She ignored it

• She practiced walking to the bus stop

• She asked her parents to drive her

• She decided to skip school