Signs of increasing anxiety & strategies for managing increasing anxiety

 

  1. Head: Loss of eye contact: Avoiding eye contact or looking away may indicate that the resident is feeling anxious or uncomfortable.

  2. Arms and hands: Repetitive movements, wringing hands, clenched fists: These physical behaviors may indicate that the resident is feeling anxious or agitated.

  3. Legs and body: Repetitive movements, increase in motor activity, such as frequent changes in position or pacing: The resident may feel restless or anxious if they are pacing or frequently changing positions.

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