Stress
T/F: Using coping skills is not a realistic way to deal with stress because they don’t address the root cause
True
Why is sleep important?
emotionally regulation, REM sleep
T/F: Self image refers to personality traits and how someone sees themselves as a person
True
T/F: Listening and hearing are the same thing.
False
T/F: Sometimes bullying others is good because it helps people build character
F: Everyone deserves to be treated with respect and consideration. Bullying just makes people feel scared, worried and alone.
Name one coping skill for anxiety.
Mindfulness techniques, Stress management, Support systems, Social Media Breaks, Planning ahead
T/F: Talking to a friend in person is pretty much the same as texting them
False -- By talking to people in person, we get support from them in multiple ways (ie. body language, facial expressions, extra feelings of closeness)
Give one example of how self-image can be influenced?
Influenced by what we see (ie. media, TV, etc), Our experiences in the world, Interactions we have with people
Name one thing good listeners do.
Participate in active listening, respecting boundaries, non-judgemental, etc…
Name the 4 types of bullying.
Physical, verbal, mental, and cyberbullying
___ is a good strategy to use alongside coping skills to manage stressful events
Planning ahead
What is social regulation?
Utilising social relationships to help manage our own emotions
What does “bandwagoning” mean?
Following trends just because everyone else is doing it
You should immediately look for help if a friend talks about ____ or ____.
Wanting to hurt themselves or others
How to take action if bullying is happening online? (3 steps)
Document, block, and report
Describe how to do box breathing
4 Sec inhale, 4 sec hold, 4 sec exhale, 4 sec hold
T/F: It’s a good idea to catch up on missed sleep when you have time, such as over a weekend of holiday
False
Someone with negative self-image can have ___ self-esteem, ____ high-self criticism.
Low, high
T/F: If a friend begins talking about a topic, you shouldn’t try to get them to tell you all the details at once even if you don’t know everything that is happening with them.
T: Have your friend tell you at their own pace and respect their boundaries
Explain the difference between arguing and bullying.
Arguing is a disagreement where both sides are expressing their feelings with equal power — Bullying is someone using words or actions to intentionally hurt the other and often has a power imbalance.
Explain why exercise can be an effective way of managing stress
Helps us “work off” excess energy, gets our body out of “fight or flight mode”, etc.
What are some benefits of social support?
Destress by talking with a friend, having people there for you when you need them, etc.
Reframe the negative self-talk: “I’m not good at anything.”
“Everyone has strengths, I’m still learning mine” … “I can improve with practice” … etc
T/F: If your friend is telling you about a stressful/ unpleasant experience, you should be proactive and try to suggest solutions for them
F: Your job isn’t to “fix” your friend’s problems but instead be there to listen to them. Be aware that suggesting solutions especially at the wrong time might make your friend feel bad.
What are some things you can do if you notice a friend being bullied?
Connect with them, encourage them in things that are important to them + things they are good at, help the friend get away from the situation, distract the bullies