Coping Skills
Name one healthy coping skill you can use when you feel upset.
Deep breathing, listening to music, walking, coloring, or talking to someone or anything similar.
What emotion might you feel when something good happens?
Happiness, joy, or excitement.
Name one physical sign that someone might be experiencing stress.
Headache, fast heartbeat, muscle tension, sweating, or upset stomach or similar answer.
Name one daily habit that can help improve your mental health.
Getting enough sleep, eating regularly, exercising, practicing hygiene, or connecting with others, or a similar answer.
Myth or Fact: Everyone experiences stress sometimes.
FACT. Stress is a normal part of life.
What coping skill involves breathing in slowly and breathing out slowly to help your body relax?
Deep breathing.
Name TWO emotions someone might experience when things do not go their way.
Frustration, anger, sadness, or disappointment.
Name TWO things you can do to reduce stress during a difficult day.
Take a break, go for a walk, practice breathing, listen to music, or talk to someone.
Why is getting enough sleep important for mental health?
Sleep helps with mood, concentration, energy, and managing emotions.
Myth or Fact: Asking for help means you are weak.
MYTH. Asking for help shows self-awareness and can be a sign of strength.
What is the difference between a healthy coping skill and an unhealthy coping skill?
A healthy coping skill helps manage emotions without causing harm. An unhealthy coping skill may create additional problems.
True or False: Feeling angry means you are doing something wrong.
False. Anger is a normal emotion. What matters is how you respond.
What is the difference between stress and anxiety?
Stress is often a reaction to a challenge or pressure. Anxiety involves worry or fear and may happen even when there is no immediate problem.
How can following a daily routine help someone feel better?
It provides structure, reduces uncertainty, and helps people manage daily responsibilities.
Myth or Fact: You can always control how you feel.
MYTH. We cannot always control our emotions, but we can learn to manage how we respond.
You are feeling angry, but you cannot leave the room. Name TWO coping skills you could use.
Counting slowly, deep breathing, grounding, or positive self-talk.
What is the difference between a feeling and a behavior?
A feeling is an emotion you experience. A behavior is an action you take.
What is grounding, and how can it help someone who feels overwhelmed?
Grounding is focusing on the present moment, such as noticing what you can see, hear, and feel. It can help you feel calmer and more focused.
Why is spending time with supportive people important for mental health?
Supportive people can provide encouragement, reduce loneliness, and help us through difficult situations.
Myth or Fact: If a coping skill does not make you feel better immediately, it is not working.
MYTH. Coping skills take practice and may help you manage feelings without making them disappear.
Why is it important to have more than one coping skill?
Different coping skills work for different situations. If one does not help, you can try another.
Why is it important to recognize your emotions before reacting?
Recognizing emotions helps you understand what you are feeling and choose a healthier response instead of acting impulsively.
You have several problems happening at the same time and feel overwhelmed. Name TWO ways to make the situation more manageable.
Identify the most important problem, break tasks into smaller steps, ask for help, or focus on what you can control.
Someone has very little motivation and struggles to get out of bed. Name THREE small habits they could start with to build a healthier routine.
Getting dressed, brushing teeth, drinking water, eating breakfast, opening the curtains, or taking a short walk.
Myth or Fact: Two people can experience the exact same stressful event but have completely different emotional reactions, and both reactions can be valid.
FACT. People respond differently based on their past experiences, coping skills, support systems, and how they interpret situations. There is no single correct emotional response to a stressful event.