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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) Ignore the symptoms and hope they go away.
B) Run away from the situation.
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) Deep, slow breathing.
C) Rapid, shallow 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) 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, 1 you can taste.
B) Things you want to change.
C) Future worries.
D) Past mistakes.
  • 5. What is Cognitive Restructuring?
A) Challenging and changing negative thoughts.
B) Suppressing all emotions.
C) Blaming others for your feelings.
D) Ignoring reality.
  • 6. Which of these is a common physical symptom of panic?
A) Feeling extremely cold.
B) Decreased heart rate.
C) Sudden bursts of energy.
D) Rapid heartbeat.
  • 7. What is the purpose of progressive muscle relaxation?
A) To ignore physical sensations.
B) To reduce muscle tension.
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) Find a quiet space if possible.
B) Pretend nothing is happening.
C) Accuse others of causing your panic.
D) Draw attention to yourself.
  • 9. Which substance should be avoided during periods of anxiety?
A) Herbal tea.
B) Water.
C) Fruits and vegetables.
D) Caffeine.
  • 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 provide guidance and support.
B) To tell you what to do.
C) To judge your feelings.
D) To prescribe medication without evaluation.
  • 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 dwell on negative thoughts.
C) To process emotions and identify triggers.
D) To avoid facing your problems.
  • 14. Mindfulness involves:
A) Dwelling on the past.
B) Ignoring your thoughts and feelings.
C) Thinking about the future.
D) Paying attention to the present moment.
  • 15. A helpful mantra during a panic attack could be:
A) This will pass.
B) I am weak.
C) Everything is hopeless.
D) I am going to die.
  • 16. What is the importance of self-care?
A) To increase anxiety.
B) To be selfish and ignore others.
C) To avoid responsibilities.
D) To reduce stress and promote well-being.
  • 17. Which of these is a healthy coping mechanism?
A) Listening to music.
B) Self-harm.
C) Substance abuse.
D) Isolating yourself from others.
  • 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) Stay with them.
B) Tell them to 'just calm down'.
C) Help them breathe.
D) Offer them reassurance.
  • 20. What is a panic disorder?
A) Recurrent unexpected panic attacks.
B) Feeling happy all the time.
C) A single panic attack.
D) General anxiety.
  • 21. Visualizing a calm place is an example of:
A) Exposure therapy.
B) Guided imagery.
C) Cognitive restructuring.
D) Progressive muscle relaxation.
  • 22. Medication for panic disorder should be:
A) Shared with friends.
B) A standalone solution.
C) Used in conjunction with therapy.
D) Stopped abruptly without consulting a doctor.
  • 23. What is interoceptive exposure?
A) Deliberately inducing physical sensations of panic.
B) Avoiding all physical activity.
C) Ignoring your body's signals.
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) Sleep has no effect on anxiety.
D) Only physical activity impacts panic levels.
  • 25. What is the difference between anxiety and panic?
A) Panic is always rational.
B) They are the same thing.
C) Anxiety is more intense and sudden.
D) Panic is more intense and sudden.
  • 26. Which of these is NOT a healthy boundary?
A) Saying yes to everything people ask of you.
B) Saying no to tasks you don't have time for.
C) Communicating your needs clearly.
D) Protecting your personal time.
  • 27. What is the role of diet in managing anxiety?
A) Only extreme diets help with anxiety.
B) Diet has no impact on anxiety.
C) A balanced diet supports overall mental health.
D) Sugary foods reduce anxiety.
  • 28. What does the acronym STOP stand for in mindfulness?
A) Start, Think, Organize, Proceed.
B) Stop, Take a breath, Observe, Proceed.
C) Stop, Tell someone, Overthink, Panic.
D) Stop, Think, Observe, Plan.
  • 29. How can humor help with anxiety?
A) It trivializes serious issues.
B) It always makes anxiety worse.
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) Ignore the problem and hope it goes away.
C) Ask for advice from unqualified sources.
D) Consult with a healthcare professional.
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