Emotions
This emotion can lead to clenching muscles, feeling hot in the face, and loss of control
Anger
This is a coping skill you can use anywhere at any time, and is especially effective for anxiety
Deep breathing
Unkind or unhelpful thoughts about ourselves that lead to poor self-esteem
Negative self talk
This mindfulness technique is also a coping skill used when anxious or angry
deep breathing
What are some symptoms associated with anxiety?
Racing heart, rapid breathing, butterflies in stomach, stomach aches, sweaty palms, dizziness or disorientation
This emotion is what we feel when we are doing something that brings us joy
Happy
This coping skill allows us to process our thoughts and emotions by writing them down
Journaling
Fill in the blank. Our thoughts and beliefs affect our ______ and _______
emotions and actions
This mindfulness technique involves identifying something you can see, hear, smell, touch, and taste
Five senses
What are some symptoms associated with depression?
Sleep disturbances, exhaustion, self-isolation, sadness, negative self-talk, urges to self-harm, loss of interest or pleasure in activities
When we feel this emotion, we might cry, self-isolate, or think negative thoughts about ourselves
Sadness
This coping skill involves leaving a situation that we find upsetting or triggering, especially when angry
Walking away
Making a broad assumption based on a single event. Example: "I felt awkward when they called on me in class today. I'm ALWAYs awkward."
Overgeneralization
This mindfulness technique involves spending quiet time observing our thoughts and feelings
meditation
What are some symptoms associated with ADHD?
Difficulty focusing or sitting still, impulsive behaviors, forgetfulness, restlessness, anxiety, feeling tired
This is an emotion we can feel towards others or ourselves, when we care for someone's well-being and happiness
Love
This coping skill allows us to use the words and emotions of an artist to help us understand and feel our emotions
Music
Interpreting the meaning of a situation with little to no evidence
Jumping to conclusions
This mindfulness exercise involves bringing your awareness to each part of your body, moving from your feet up to your head. We have engaged in this exercise in group.
Body scan
What are some withdrawal symptoms associated with marijuana?
Difficulty sleeping, irritability, stomach problems, headaches, nausea, poor appetite, anxiety, cravings, difficulty concentrating
This emotion involves feeling guilty, embarrassed, or regretful about past actions
Ashamed
This coping skill involves creating encouraging statements that are written down or repeated mentally to improve self esteem and challenge negative thoughts
Affirmations
Catastrophizing
What is mindfulness?
The practice of focusing your attention on the present moment, without making judgements
What is disassociation?
Disassociation is the experience being out of our body, or "not present" in the current moment, including feeling like the world doesn't feel real