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16. Anxious About Riding In Vehicles

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16. Anxious About Riding In Vehicles

Definition Absent Very Mild Mild Moderate Severe
Avoids getting into vehicle, does not settle when riding
    Unfazed getting into and riding in cars and vans. Remains relaxed
 Initial slight signs of stress related anxiety when getting into and riding in cars and vans. Signs may include:

    infrequent tongue flicking
    mild restlessness
    slight loss of responsiveness to work
    Recovers very quickly and remains able to work & respond effectively
 Mild signs of stress related anxiety getting into and riding in cars and vans. Signs may include:

    frequent tongue flicking
    moderate restlessness
    slight rushing
    mild loss of responsiveness to work
    Recovers quickly
 Moderate stress related anxiety and slow recovery getting into and riding in cars and vans. Signs may include:

    very frequent tongue flicking
    restlessness
    panting
    whining
    fast jerky movements
    inhibited
    compressed
    seeking some handler support
    Maintains work with encouragement
 Severe stress related anxiety getting into and riding in cars and vans. Signs may include:

    Rushing
    very frequent tongue flicking
    whining
    fast jerky movementss
    inhibited
    compressed
    clinging to handler
    Does not maintain work
    Fails to recover to previous level of composure and responsiveness

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