In a counselling room, GP appointment, school wellbeing meeting or family conversation, this two-page anxiety information sheet can help make sense of common anxiety difficulties without overwhelming the reader. It explains specific phobia, social anxiety, generalised anxiety or worry, panic disorder, agoraphobia, health anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder in plain language.
The Different Types of Anxiety Information Sheet PDF is a clear, printable handout for introducing the main ways anxiety can show up in everyday life. It is useful for counsellors, wellbeing staff, teachers, parents and adults who want a concise explanation to support a conversation, lesson, pastoral meeting, therapy session or home learning activity.
The sheet outlines several common anxiety presentations, including specific phobia, social anxiety, generalised anxiety and worry, panic disorder with agoraphobia, health anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder. It uses relatable examples such as fear of needles, repeated “what if” thoughts, panic attacks, reassurance seeking and compulsive checking, helping readers recognise differences without needing technical background knowledge.
- Use as a psychoeducation worksheet during counselling or mental health support.
- Print for student wellbeing folders, parent information packs or classroom PSHE resources.
- Share before an appointment to help someone describe concerns more clearly.
- Keep as a quick reference when planning support around anxiety symptoms.
The resource also notes that anxiety may appear alongside stress, PTSD, insomnia, eating disorders and depression, and it encourages people to seek an accurate diagnosis and appropriate support. Produced by the Centre for Clinical Interventions, this downloadable information sheet is a practical starting point for understanding different anxiety difficulties and deciding what to discuss next.
