Six Things To Know About Anxiety
Your Tool Description
Mental Health Basics
- Anxiety can appear differently in young people, often showing up as worry, restlessness, difficulty concentrating, or physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat, sweating, or stomach discomfort. It’s important for you to approach the topic sensitively, as anxiety can feel overwhelming or even embarrassing for young people to discuss.
- Our infographic gives you a supportive tool to help introduce and normalize conversations about anxiety. You’ll be equipped to help young people feel more understood and less alone.
- Why it's important: This tool opens the door for honest, compassionate conversations about anxiety, helping young people feel seen and supported. By normalizing anxious feelings and exploring them together, you build trust and reduce stigma. When young people understand what anxiety is and know they’re not alone, they’re more likely to seek help, build coping skills, and feel empowered to manage their emotions.
Discussion Tools
Build connection through trusting conversations
Have a question?
Click the Ask a Question button and we'll get back to you within 1 business day.
Your Skill-Building Objectives
Mental Health Awareness
Recognizing and responding to mental health concerns
Communication
Listening and speaking to deeply connect
Emotional Regulation
Helping young people to manage emotions
Healthy Living
Guiding young people toward healthy choices
Related Learning Opportunities
People-Centered Leadership Certificate Course
4.4
Free to YIPA Members
-
Completion Certificate
-
100% Online Course
The Art & Science of Youth Work certificate Course
4.9
Free to YIPA Members
-
Completion Certificate
-
100% Online Course
How You Can Help Youth Manage Anxiety
5.0
Free to YIPA Members
-
Completion Certificate
-
100% Online Course
-
Mental Health Basics
Addressing Youth Mental Health Challenges
5.0
Free to YIPA Members
-
Completion Certificate
-
100% Online Course
-
Mental Health Basics
Youth, Social Media, and Body Image
5.0
Free to YIPA Members
-
Completion Certificate
-
100% Online Course
-
Mental Health Basics
Regulating Stress to Revitalize Mental Health
4.4
Free to YIPA Members
-
Completion Certificate
-
100% Online Course
-
Mental Health Basics
