Communication Station
Listening to understand rather than simply waiting for your turn to speak is called this.
What is active listening?
Saying “I can't do that today” without insulting or blaming someone is an example of this.
What is setting a boundary?
A person your age who supports and understands you
What is peer support?
Pulling away from friends can be a
What is a warning sign?
This coping skill might look like talking to yourself…but it’s actually helpful
What is positive self-talk?
“I feel frustrated when plans change without anyone telling me” is an example of this communication technique.
What is an “I” statement?
True or false: Setting a boundary means you can control what another person does.
What is false? A boundary identifies what you will or won't participate in or accept.
A trusted adult at school you can go to for help
Sudden changes in mood, sleep, or behavior are called
What are warning signs?
When you say “I’ll just watch ONE more video” and suddenly it’s 2 hours later, this skill could’ve helped you stop
What is self-control (or time management)?
This communication style expresses your needs clearly while still respecting the other person's needs and boundaries
What is assertive communication?
Someone repeatedly pressures you after you've said no. What relationship skill is not being respected?
What are boundaries?
The best first step when a friend is struggling
What is listening without judging?
This behavior may hide real pain by joking or acting “fine”
What is masking?
This emotion might show up when your phone is on 1% and you forgot your charger
What is anxiety (or panic)?
Someone says, “I'm fine,” but their tone and body language suggest otherwise. This demonstrates a difference between these two forms of communication.
What are verbal and nonverbal communication?
What's the difference between a boundary and a wall?
A boundary protects well-being while still allowing healthy connection; a wall can prevent connection altogether.
Something you should NOT promise if a friend shares something serious
What is keeping a dangerous secret?
True or False: Someone who seems okay can still be struggling
What is True?
Laughing at your own jokes when no one else does could be this coping skill
What is humor (or coping with humor)?
During an argument, you realize neither person is listening anymore. Name two healthy ways to respond.
Someone says, “If you cared about me, you'd cancel your plans.” Identify the communication problem
What is guilt-based pressure/manipulation?
You notice a friend isolating and posting sad messages—what’s one helpful action?
check in, support them
Ignoring warning signs usually leads to this outcome
What is things getting worse (or not improving)?
When your friend says “I’m fine” but clearly isn’t, your best move is this