Triggers
Something that causes a strong emotional reaction is called a _______?
Trigger
Taking slow deep breaths can help calm the body's stress response
Deep Breathing
I statements
Anger is a feeling, Hitting someone is a ______?
behavior/action
The first step in problem solving is usually to ____ the problem
identify/define
Name one school related trigger that might cause frustration.
Difficult work, peer conflict, getting in trouble, feeling embarrassed, etc.
Name one healthy coping skill that can be used at school.
Walking, drawing, listening to muisc when allowed, utilizing reset plan and reset space, talking with a staff/clinician, deep breathing etc.
Which is better communication?
A. you're annoying
B. I feel distracted when there's alot of talking
B
True or False: Feeling angry is wrong
False
Name one person at school tou could go to for help solving a conflict
teacher, counselor, clinician, admin, trusted adult
True or False: Everyone has the same triggers.
False
This coping skill involves focusing on what you can see, hear, feel, smell and taste.
What is grounding.
What does active listening mean?
Listening to understand without interrupting
Name two feelings that can exist underneath anger. Extra points for each additional feeling noted
hurt, embarassment, shame, guilt, sadness, fear, dissappoitnment.
What should you do before making an importnat decision when angry
regulate/ calm down
When someone cuts you off in conversation and you feel annoyed, what might be the trigger?
True or False: Punching a wall is a healthy coping skill
False
Name one way to respectfully disagree with someone
It is okay to have different opinions.
"Everyone hates me" is an example of what kind of cognitive distortion?
All or nothing thinking/ overgenralization
A peer insults you online. Name a healthy way to handle it.
Ignore, block, report, talk to an adult, use coping skills.
Name 3 personal triggers
1.
2.
3.
Why is taking a break before responding helpful?
Gives time to calm down and respond from a regulated state of mind. Gives time to think before reacting.
A friend is yelling at you. What is one respectful way to respond
Stay calm, use I-statements, walk away and seek help.
Why is it important to identify feelings before reacting?
Helps make better decisions and respond effectively
List the basic problem solving skills
identify the problem->think of solutions -> consider the consequences->chose solutions -> evaluate outcome.