Substance Use
This substance is the most commonly used drug by teens after nicotine and alcohol in many areas.
What is marijuana (cannabis)?
Taking slow, deep breaths can help calm this part of your body's stress response.
What is your nervous system?
Everyone has mental health, just like everyone has this type of health.
What is physical health?
Getting 8–10 hours of this each night helps teens stay healthy.
What is sleep?
True or False: Asking for help is a sign of weakness.
What is False?
Someone pressures you to vape even after you've said no. This is called...
What is peer pressure?
Instead of punching a wall when angry, you go for a walk or listen to music. This is an example of...
What is a healthy coping skill?
Feeling worried before a big test is a normal example of this emotion.
What is anxiety (or nervousness)?
Drinking enough of this every day helps your brain and body function properly.
What is water?
Name one trusted adult a teen could talk to if they're struggling.
Who is a parent, teacher, counselor, coach, or other trusted adult?
Using more of a drug over time to get the same effect is called...
What is tolerance?
This SMART Recovery tool helps you stop and think before reacting by weighing the pros and cons.
What is a Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA)?
This mental health condition often causes someone to lose interest in activities they once enjoyed.
What is depression?
Setting limits with people to protect your well-being is called...
What are boundaries?
This communication style is honest and respectful without being aggressive.
What is assertive communication?
Mixing alcohol with prescription medications without medical advice can increase the risk of this.
What is overdose or dangerous side effects?
When you notice a negative thought and replace it with a more balanced one, you're practicing...
What is challenging irrational thoughts (or cognitive restructuring)?
Having panic attacks does not always mean someone has this disorder.
What is Panic Disorder?
Spending every waking hour on your phone can negatively affect this important part of health.
What is mental health (or sleep)?
Before making a big decision while upset, it's usually best to do this first.
What is calm down or think it through?
Name three warning signs that someone may be developing a substance use problem.
What are changes in friends, secrecy, falling grades, mood swings, loss of interest, lying, missing responsibilities, or increased tolerance?
A friend texts you saying they're overwhelmed and want to give up. Name two healthy things you could do.
What are listen without judging, encourage them to talk to a trusted adult, stay with them, contact a trusted adult if safety is a concern, or encourage professional help?
Name three factors that can improve mental health
What are sleep, exercise, healthy relationships, therapy, hobbies, healthy eating, coping skills, or stress management?
Name four examples of self-care that do not involve spending money.
What are walking, journaling, reading, stretching, deep breathing, listening to music, drawing, meditating, taking a bath, or spending time outside?
Name three qualities of a healthy friendship.
What are trust, honesty, respect, support, communication, encouragement, or healthy boundaries?