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Be Well, Think Well: Recognizing and Managing Anxiety Social Stories

An anxious woman crossing her arms,

Sometimes I might feel scared or worried. This is called anxiety.

A woman holding her chest. There are circles and lightning bolts around her heart to show that it hurts or is beating fast.

I may feel like my heart is beating fast like a drum.

A woman holding her chest and taking a deep breath.

I may feel like I can’t breathe.

A sick woman covering her mouth and holding her stomach.

My stomach may hurt, or I may feel like I'm going to throw up.

A woman running with her arms in front of her.

I may feel like I want to run away or hide.

An angry woman holding her head. There are question marks and lightning bolts around her.

I may feel angry or frustrated.

A sad woman pacing around.

It may be hard for me to sit still and not move around.

A woman holding her head. There are squiggled lines above her.

It might be hard for me to think or I may feel confused.

A woman sitting at a desk with a paper and talking to another person across from her.

When I feel like this, it's important to tell a friend or trusted adult.

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A man holding his head. There is steam and gears coming out of it.

Sometimes I feel anxious.

A clipboard with a checklist.

This is okay. I can use tools to feel better.

A man sitting cross-legged and meditating with his eyes closed.

I can take a break, sit some place quiet, and close my eyes.

The back of a person's head with their hands on it while imagining the beach.

I can imagine myself some place relaxing, like on a beach or with my family.

A cloud with the words

I can think about things that make me happy.

A man holding his stomach and taking a deep breath.

I can take 5 slow deep breaths in through my nose and out through my mouth.

A man drinking a glass of water.

I can drink a glass of water.

A hand weight and a man stretching.

I can exercise, stretch, or take a walk.

Music notes, coloring pencils and a sketchbook, and a man reading a book.

I can do a relaxing activity, such as drawing, listening to music, or reading.

A hand squeezing a stress ball and a fidget spinner.

I can use a relaxation toy, such as a fidget toy or stress ball.

Two people talking to each other.

I can talk to a trusted friend or family member.

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Be Well, Think Well: Recognizing Anxiety Social Story This social story describes how to recognize anxiety. pdf Download file: Be Well, Think Well: Recognizing Anxiety Social Story
Be Well, Think Well: Managing Anxiety Social Story This social story describes how to manage anxiety symptoms. pdf Download file: Be Well, Think Well: Managing Anxiety Social Story

This information was developed by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative (ASERT). For more information, please contact ASERT at 877-231-4244 or info@PAautism.org. ASERT is funded by the Bureau of Supports for Autism and Special Populations, PA Department of Human Services.