Healthy Coping Skills
Healthy coping skills help us
a.) Deal with stressors in our lives b.) Work through our emotions and problems c.) Process our thoughts and emotions d.) All of the above
d.) All of the above
Using healthy coping skills allow us to take a minute and process what is happening with our emotions, stressors, thoughts, and problems.
Name one symptom of anxiety/stress?
sweaty hands; negative thoughts; dry mouth; butterflies; dizziness; frequent urination; digestive issues
What is one benefit that a person can experience from using healthy coping skills
Feeling more relaxed, Having a clear mind to help solve your problems, Creating healthy relationships with others, Being able to think about your response to a situation,
This group is responsible for maintaining city fields and parks, and regularly plan free outdoor community events and festivals
Parks and recreation
why is self care important?
loving yourself leads to better self esteem, more relationship satisfaction, better coping skills, lowers anxiety and stress, builds self esteem and resilience, motivations for change, motivation for healthier choices in life
List 5 leisure activities that may help an invidual cope while feeling depressed
What is one way unhealthy coping skills affect us?
they can hurt us, can hurt others, can cause more problems, create bad habits
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a.) allow us to create better relationships b.) they increase stress c.)allow us to have a healthy mind and body d.) all the above
B
Using healthy coping skills allows us to reduce stress!!!
Name a place of recreation commonly found in a community. They have a variety of activities such as ceramics, exercise classes, pickleball, and more
Community center or recreation center
Is positive self talk a way to show yourself love?
Yes
Describe mindfulness. Is it a coping skill?
Mindfulness is when you center yourself in the present moment. It can be done through meditation, relaxation exercises, or just simply slowing down and taking notice of things that are currently around you.
Yes, it is a coping skill!
True or False?
All stress is out of your control.
False; sometimes we create out own stressful situations
Name 2 coping skills that can be used to reduce stress?
- meditation, talking with someone, breathing exercises, exercise, mindfulness, yoga, coloring
Name two local parks that you can enjoy for free in the surrounding areas
Bamboo forest, Cooter's pond, Jacksons Lake
Tell me one positive affirmation
ANY
True or false: Activities such as board games, art, and and anything that involves self-expression and socialization can improve self-esteem
True
What is one emotion that often lead people to engage in unhealthy coping skills?
Anger; Sadness; Anxiety; Jealousy; Depression; Guilt
When does a healthy coping skill become unhealthy?
When it is done excessively and in a unhealthy way.
When it negatively affects your life
True or False: Many people who leave substance abuse rehabs report not being able to remain sober because they are unaware of leisure activities, community programs and resources that they found interesting or appealing.
True! without satisfying leisure experiences, a person will find themselves extremely hard pressed to lead a satisfying lifestyle.
When is practicing self care important?
Every single day!!!!
What are some of the coping skills you are currently using?
ANY
What is an example of an unhealthy coping skill you've used?
??? Avoiding issues; sleeping too much; drug or alcohol use; impulsivity; over/under eating
True of False: Coping skills increase resilience because they help people learn how to properly handle negative emotions, panic attacks, and other difficult situations.
True. When you effectively deal with a negative emotion or situation, you also move on and let go of the negative feelings that are associated with that experience.
Name 5 places that a person may engage in self-guided leisure meaning you can participate in leisure independently and on your own.
museums, gym, walking trails, bookstore, library, local parks
True or false: In order to practice self care you need to spend lots of time and money?
FALSE