Coping Skills
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 technique?
A Grounding Technique to help refocus on the present moment. 5 things you can see, 4 things you can feel, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste
You’re running late for work, and on your way there, you hit a red light. You think, “Nothing ever goes my way!”
Overgeneralization
1 in 5 U.S. adults experience mental illness
Fact
This former competitive swimmer and the most successful and most decorated Olympian of all time has shared about his struggle with depression, suicidal ideation, and the benefits of therapy
A) Ryan Lochte
B) Michael Phelps
C) Mark Spitz
B) Michael Phelps
Riddle: If you drop me, I’m sure to crack, but smile at me and I’ll smile back. What am I?
A mirror
Describe mindfulness. Is it a coping skill?
Mindfulness is simply focusing completely on what you’re doing, slowing down, and observing all of the physical and emotional sensations you are experiencing in that moment. Yes! mindfulness is a coping skill.
Seeing only the worst possible outcomes of a situation
Catastrophizing
People with mental health conditions are violent
Myth. In fact, people with severe mental illnesses are over 10 times more likely to be victims of a violent crime.
This celebrity admitted herself into a treatment center for addiction and self-harm in 2010 where she learned she has Bipolar Disorder. She continues to be open about her struggles with substance use, eating, and Bipolar Disorder and advocates for awareness.
A) Britney Spears
B) Miley Cyrus
C) Demi Lovato
C) Demi Lovato
True or False: Roles are an aspect of our identity - through establishing supportive habits and routines we are better able to meet the expectations or requirements of the roles that are meaningful to us
True
What are positive affirmations? Give an example of a positive affirmation for yourself
Positive affirmations are positive phrases or statements used to challenge negative or unhelpful thoughts.
Your partner comes home looking serious. Instead of asking how they are, you immediately assume they’re mad at you. Consequently, you keep your distance. In reality, your partner had a bad day at work.
Jumping to Conclusions
Many factors contribute to the development of a mental health condition, including life experiences (such as trauma or a history of abuse), biological factors, and family history of mental illness
Fact
This celebrity first spoke of her experience with mental health symptoms while pregnant when she did a March 2021 interview with Oprah. She told the former talk show host that her experience with suicidal ideation was a "frightening constant thought"
A) Meghan Markle
B) Adele
C) Chrissy Teigen
A) Meghan Markle
What is this type of coping skill: a preventative measure to protect against overwhelming stress created by doing too much of something
Limit setting - limits can be set for one's self or others (i.e. assertive communication, prioritizing important tasks)
What is this type of coping skill: learning to think in more rational ways, can be done by recognizing and changing irrational thoughts
Cognitive (i.e. pros and cons, Catch it-Check it-Change it, gratitude list)
"I feel like a bad friend, therefore I must be a bad friend"
Emotional Reasoning
You rely on “gut” feelings over objective evidence to judge yourself and the world.
Two-thirds of people with diagnosable mental disorders do not seek treatment.
Fact
The Oscar-nominated actress is an advocate for mental health, particularly as it pertains to the Black community and started a foundation, named after her late father who struggled with his own mental health
A) Janet Jackson
B) Lizzo
C) Taraji P. Henson
C) Taraji P. Henson
Brain Teaser: What has many keys but cannot open any doors?
A piano
True or False: Coping skills are meant to solve the problem or change the situation.
False. Coping skills can change the way you think, feel, and experience the situation so that you can make healthier, better choices without letting your emotions lead the way.
All-or-Nothing Thinking
Depression is the leading cause of disability in the United States for individuals ages 15-44.
Fact
This actor, producer, and former professional wrestler has been vocal about his diagnosis of depression, “I found that with depression one of the most important things you could realize is that you’re not alone."
A) Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
B) John Cena
C) Steve Austin
A) Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson
Riddle: David’s parents have three sons: Snap, Crackle, and what’s the name of the third son?
David