How to stay calm and avoid panic
  • 1. What is the first step in managing a panic attack?
A) Run away from the situation.
B) Recognize you're having one.
C) Blame yourself for feeling this way.
D) Ignore the symptoms and hope they go away.
  • 2. Which breathing technique can help calm you down?
A) Holding your breath.
B) Deep, slow breathing.
C) Breathing only through your mouth.
D) Rapid, shallow breathing.
  • 3. What is grounding?
A) Isolating yourself.
B) Using your senses to connect to the present.
C) Ignoring your surroundings.
D) Focusing on negative thoughts.
  • 4. A helpful grounding technique involves focusing on:
A) Past mistakes.
B) 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste.
C) Future worries.
D) Things you want to change.
  • 5. What is Cognitive Restructuring?
A) Suppressing all emotions.
B) Challenging and changing negative thoughts.
C) Ignoring reality.
D) Blaming others for your feelings.
  • 6. Which of these is a common physical symptom of panic?
A) Decreased heart rate.
B) Sudden bursts of energy.
C) Feeling extremely cold.
D) Rapid heartbeat.
  • 7. What is the purpose of progressive muscle relaxation?
A) To induce panic.
B) To reduce muscle tension.
C) To ignore physical sensations.
D) To increase muscle pain.
  • 8. What should you do if you feel a panic attack coming on in public?
A) Draw attention to yourself.
B) Accuse others of causing your panic.
C) Find a quiet space if possible.
D) Pretend nothing is happening.
  • 9. Which substance should be avoided during periods of anxiety?
A) Fruits and vegetables.
B) Caffeine.
C) Herbal tea.
D) Water.
  • 10. Regular exercise can help reduce anxiety by:
A) Increasing cortisol levels.
B) Depleting energy reserves.
C) Releasing endorphins.
D) Causing muscle stiffness.
  • 11. What is the role of a therapist in managing panic?
A) To prescribe medication without evaluation.
B) To provide guidance and support.
C) To tell you what to do.
D) To judge your feelings.
  • 12. Exposure therapy involves:
A) Gradually facing your fears.
B) Creating more fear.
C) Ignoring your anxiety.
D) Avoiding all stressful situations.
  • 13. What is the benefit of journaling?
A) To avoid facing your problems.
B) To process emotions and identify triggers.
C) To share private information publicly.
D) To dwell on negative thoughts.
  • 14. Mindfulness involves:
A) Thinking about the future.
B) Ignoring your thoughts and feelings.
C) Dwelling on the past.
D) Paying attention to the present moment.
  • 15. A helpful mantra during a panic attack could be:
A) I am weak.
B) Everything is hopeless.
C) This will pass.
D) I am going to die.
  • 16. What is the importance of self-care?
A) To be selfish and ignore others.
B) To avoid responsibilities.
C) To reduce stress and promote well-being.
D) To increase anxiety.
  • 17. Which of these is a healthy coping mechanism?
A) Self-harm.
B) Isolating yourself from others.
C) Listening to music.
D) Substance abuse.
  • 18. Social support is important because:
A) It encourages dependency.
B) It increases competition and stress.
C) It spreads gossip.
D) It provides emotional connection and reduces feelings of isolation.
  • 19. If someone is having a panic attack, what should you NOT do?
A) Offer them reassurance.
B) Tell them to 'just calm down'.
C) Stay with them.
D) Help them breathe.
  • 20. What is a panic disorder?
A) A single panic attack.
B) Feeling happy all the time.
C) Recurrent unexpected panic attacks.
D) General anxiety.
  • 21. Visualizing a calm place is an example of:
A) Guided imagery.
B) Cognitive restructuring.
C) Exposure therapy.
D) Progressive muscle relaxation.
  • 22. Medication for panic disorder should be:
A) Stopped abruptly without consulting a doctor.
B) Shared with friends.
C) Used in conjunction with therapy.
D) A standalone solution.
  • 23. What is interoceptive exposure?
A) Overexerting yourself physically.
B) Ignoring your body's signals.
C) Avoiding all physical activity.
D) Deliberately inducing physical sensations of panic.
  • 24. Why is sleep important for managing panic?
A) Sleeping too much eliminates anxiety.
B) Sleep has no effect on anxiety.
C) Only physical activity impacts panic levels.
D) Lack of sleep can exacerbate anxiety.
  • 25. What is the difference between anxiety and panic?
A) Panic is always rational.
B) They are the same thing.
C) Panic is more intense and sudden.
D) Anxiety is more intense and sudden.
  • 26. Which of these is NOT a healthy boundary?
A) Communicating your needs clearly.
B) Protecting your personal time.
C) Saying yes to everything people ask of you.
D) Saying no to tasks you don't have time for.
  • 27. What is the role of diet in managing anxiety?
A) Only extreme diets help with anxiety.
B) A balanced diet supports overall mental health.
C) Diet has no impact on anxiety.
D) Sugary foods reduce anxiety.
  • 28. What does the acronym STOP stand for in mindfulness?
A) Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Proceed.
B) Start, Think, Organize, Proceed.
C) Stop, Think, Observe, Plan.
D) Stop, Tell someone, Overthink, Panic.
  • 29. How can humor help with anxiety?
A) It can shift perspective and reduce tension.
B) It trivializes serious issues.
C) It always makes anxiety worse.
D) It has no effect on emotions.
  • 30. If you are concerned about your panic attacks, what is the most important step?
A) Ignore the problem and hope it goes away.
B) Self-diagnose and treat yourself.
C) Ask for advice from unqualified sources.
D) Consult with a healthcare professional.
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