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