Understanding My Worry and Fear Responses
A guided exploration of what fear feels like in your mind and body
Understanding My Worry and Fear Responses
A guided exploration of what fear feels like in your mind and body
Understanding My Worry and Fear Responses
A guided exploration of what fear feels like in your mind and body
Fear is a natural response that helps keep us safe. When we feel scared or nervous, our brain activates the fight-flight-freeze system, which causes changes in our thoughts, body, and behavior (Kozlowska et al., 2015). Learning to recognize these signals is the first step toward managing fear in healthy ways. Use the prompts below to explore what fear looks and feels like for you.
References
- Kozlowska, K., Walker, P., McLean, L., & Carrive, P. (2015). Fear and the defense cascade: Clinical implications and management. Harvard Review of Psychiatry, 23(4), 263-287. https://doi.org/10.1097/hrp.0000000000000065
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What is the Understanding My Worry and Fear Responses worksheet?
Fear is a natural response that helps keep us safe. When we feel scared or nervous, our brain activates the fight-flight-freeze system, which causes changes in our thoughts, body, and behavior (Kozlowska et al., 2015). Learning to recognize these signals is the first step toward managing fear in healthy ways.
How do I use the Understanding My Worry and Fear Responses worksheet?
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