Which of the following activities may be prescribed for a client with adjustment disorder with anxious mood as a constructive outlet for tension and anxiety while enhancing self-esteem?
1. Knitting scarves for a homeless shelter
2. Painting a "paint-by-number" picture
3. Working on a large picture puzzle
4. Engaging in physical exercise
ANS: 4
Physical exercise may assist in relieving tension and promoting feelings of well being. 1. Knitting is tedious and requires steadiness, which the client may not have if symptoms of anxiety include jitteriness. 2. This activity requires fine motor coordination, not always present if a client is anx-ious. 3. Some clients find puzzles frustrating and become more tense while working on one.
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