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If you had a friend with high trait anxiety,what procedures or steps would you recommend that he or she follow to manage anxiety? Be specific.
On Jun 16, 2024
Trait anxiety (communication apprehension)stems from internal feelings that a person brings to a communication situation.Trait anxiety is different from state (situational)anxiety.Trait anxiety is both learned and inborn.Many techniques help manage trait anxiety.Most require professional help.One approach is to use positive imagery,which helps with both kinds of anxiety,and is easy to use.This method requires imagining success and has been used successfully for years in sports,music,and theater.With this technique visualizing needs to be done with as much detail and clarity as possible.Additional methods include systematic desensitization (relaxation with deep breathing)to relax;cognitive restructuring of self-talk to identify irrational thoughts;skills training to identify goals,behaviors and skills to meet the goals;