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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) Blame yourself for feeling this way.
C) Recognize you're having one.
D) Ignore the symptoms and hope they go away.
  • 2. Which breathing technique can help calm you down?
A) Breathing only through your mouth.
B) Rapid, shallow breathing.
C) Deep, slow breathing.
D) Holding your breath.
  • 3. What is grounding?
A) Isolating yourself.
B) Using your senses to connect to the present.
C) Focusing on negative thoughts.
D) Ignoring your surroundings.
  • 4. A helpful grounding technique involves focusing on:
A) Future worries.
B) Past mistakes.
C) 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste.
D) Things you want to change.
  • 5. What is Cognitive Restructuring?
A) Challenging and changing negative thoughts.
B) Ignoring reality.
C) Suppressing all emotions.
D) Blaming others for your feelings.
  • 6. Which of these is a common physical symptom of panic?
A) Rapid heartbeat.
B) Decreased heart rate.
C) Sudden bursts of energy.
D) Feeling extremely cold.
  • 7. What is the purpose of progressive muscle relaxation?
A) To reduce muscle tension.
B) To ignore physical sensations.
C) To increase muscle pain.
D) To induce panic.
  • 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) Caffeine.
B) Water.
C) Fruits and vegetables.
D) Herbal tea.
  • 10. Regular exercise can help reduce anxiety by:
A) Causing muscle stiffness.
B) Releasing endorphins.
C) Depleting energy reserves.
D) Increasing cortisol levels.
  • 11. What is the role of a therapist in managing panic?
A) To tell you what to do.
B) To provide guidance and support.
C) To prescribe medication without evaluation.
D) To judge your feelings.
  • 12. Exposure therapy involves:
A) Gradually facing your fears.
B) Avoiding all stressful situations.
C) Ignoring your anxiety.
D) Creating more fear.
  • 13. What is the benefit of journaling?
A) To avoid facing your problems.
B) To process emotions and identify triggers.
C) To dwell on negative thoughts.
D) To share private information publicly.
  • 14. Mindfulness involves:
A) Paying attention to the present moment.
B) Ignoring your thoughts and feelings.
C) Dwelling on the past.
D) Thinking about the future.
  • 15. A helpful mantra during a panic attack could be:
A) This will pass.
B) Everything is hopeless.
C) I am going to die.
D) I am weak.
  • 16. What is the importance of self-care?
A) To reduce stress and promote well-being.
B) To increase anxiety.
C) To avoid responsibilities.
D) To be selfish and ignore others.
  • 17. Which of these is a healthy coping mechanism?
A) Isolating yourself from others.
B) Listening to music.
C) Substance abuse.
D) Self-harm.
  • 18. Social support is important because:
A) It increases competition and stress.
B) It spreads gossip.
C) It encourages dependency.
D) It provides emotional connection and reduces feelings of isolation.
  • 19. If someone is having a panic attack, what should you NOT do?
A) Tell them to 'just calm down'.
B) Offer them reassurance.
C) Stay with them.
D) Help them breathe.
  • 20. What is a panic disorder?
A) General anxiety.
B) A single panic attack.
C) Feeling happy all the time.
D) Recurrent unexpected panic attacks.
  • 21. Visualizing a calm place is an example of:
A) Progressive muscle relaxation.
B) Exposure therapy.
C) Cognitive restructuring.
D) Guided imagery.
  • 22. Medication for panic disorder should be:
A) A standalone solution.
B) Shared with friends.
C) Stopped abruptly without consulting a doctor.
D) Used in conjunction with therapy.
  • 23. What is interoceptive exposure?
A) Ignoring your body's signals.
B) Overexerting yourself physically.
C) Avoiding all physical activity.
D) Deliberately inducing physical sensations of panic.
  • 24. Why is sleep important for managing panic?
A) Only physical activity impacts panic levels.
B) Lack of sleep can exacerbate anxiety.
C) Sleep has no effect on anxiety.
D) Sleeping too much eliminates anxiety.
  • 25. What is the difference between anxiety and panic?
A) Anxiety is more intense and sudden.
B) They are the same thing.
C) Panic is more intense and sudden.
D) Panic is always rational.
  • 26. Which of these is NOT a healthy boundary?
A) Saying no to tasks you don't have time for.
B) Communicating your needs clearly.
C) Protecting your personal time.
D) Saying yes to everything people ask of you.
  • 27. What is the role of diet in managing anxiety?
A) Sugary foods reduce anxiety.
B) Only extreme diets help with anxiety.
C) A balanced diet supports overall mental health.
D) Diet has no impact on anxiety.
  • 28. What does the acronym STOP stand for in mindfulness?
A) Stop, Think, Observe, Plan.
B) Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Proceed.
C) Start, Think, Organize, Proceed.
D) Stop, Tell someone, Overthink, Panic.
  • 29. How can humor help with anxiety?
A) It trivializes serious issues.
B) It can shift perspective and reduce tension.
C) It has no effect on emotions.
D) It always makes anxiety worse.
  • 30. If you are concerned about your panic attacks, what is the most important step?
A) Consult with a healthcare professional.
B) Ignore the problem and hope it goes away.
C) Self-diagnose and treat yourself.
D) Ask for advice from unqualified sources.
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