Anxiety

Question	Answer
Characteristics of mild anxiety	Heightened perception Increased awareness and alertness Learning is enhanced Restless and irritable Motivation is increased
Characteristics of moderate anxiety	Reduction in perceptual field Reduced alertness to environment Learning not at optimal ability Decreased concentration and attention span Increased restlessness, HR, RR, perspiration, GI discomfort
Characteristics of severe anxiety	Perceptual field greatly diminished Extremely limited attention span Cannot concentrate Headache, palpitation, insomnia, tachycardia Feelings of dread, loathing, horror
Characteristics of panic	Unable to focus on even one detail Learning and concentration can't occur Dilated pupils, labored breathing, severe trembling, hallucinations Sense of impending doom Bizarre behavior

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	Created by Yean Ji Jung about 4 years ago