Coping
You feel your anxiety rising in a crowded room. Name one thing you can do right away to calm your body.
What is deep breathing; stepping outside; grounding exercise
Thoughts are not always facts. True or False?
What is true
Name one person you can reach out to when struggling.
If you feel unsafe or like you might hurt yourself, what would you do first?
What is Seek help immediately (or tell someone)
What is drinking water, eating, sleeping
This technique helps slow your mind by focusing on your senses.
What is grounding.
Thinking "Everything always goes wrong" is this type of thinking pattern
What is all-or nothing thinking
This type of support involves listening and understanding feelings
What is emotional support
In the U.S. you can call or text this number for mental health crisis support
What is 988
This self-care strategy involves saying "no" when overwhelmed
What are boundaries
You feel angry and want to react immediately. This skill helps you pause before acting
What is timeout/pause
This involves expecting the worst possible outcome.
What is catastrophizing
Going to therapy regularly is an example of this type of care
What is Ongoing Treatment/support
This tool helps you remember what to do and who to contact during a crisis
True or False? Scrolling on your phone for ours is usually helpful for mental health.
What is False
This paper folding activity promotes mindfulness, improves focus and can reduce anxiety by keeping your hands and mind engaged. (Hint: we've done this during group)
What is origami
Name one physical sign of anxiety
What is sweating, fast heart rate, shaking, etc
Asking for help is a sign of weakness. True or False?
What is False
Removing harmful objects from your environment helps improve this
What is safety.
Doing one small task when you feel unmotivated is an example of?
What is taking small steps (or behavioral activation)
This coping strategy improves mood and health, and can include activities like walking, dancing, or lifting weights.
What is exercise
Isolating yourself and losing interest in things can be a warning sign of this
What is depression
Reaching out to others when struggling helps you feel less this
What is alone
Name one self-care activity you can realistically do this week.
Open-ended