Coping Skills 1
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Name one example of an unhealthy coping skill.
- Avoiding Help
- Fighting
- Yelling at others
- Harming others or yourself
- Using substances (e.g. drugs)
Which of the following is a benefit of using healthy coping skills?
a.) they reduce stress
b.) they allow us to create better relationships
c.) they allow us to have a healthy mind and body
d.) all of the above
d.) all of the above
True or False:
Talking to others about problems in our lives is a healthy coping skill.
TRUE!
Talking to others allows us to share our emotions and problems so that we do not have to go through them alone.
What kind of music do you enjoy listening to?
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Name 1 healthy coping strategy you use
ex - reading, watching tv, cleaning, doing a puzzle, etc.!
TRUE OR FALSE
My friend was trying to pick a fight with me, I wanted to yell and scream but instead I chose to go home then to my room and listen to music.
This is a negative coping skill
FALSE.
Leaving the situation before it escalates and listening to music is an example of a positive coping skill.
What are some benefits that you have experienced 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
True or False:
Every coping skill is healthy.
FALSE!
Some ways that we learn to cope are not healthy for us! (ex: fighting, using alcohol/drugs, etc.)
If you could meet any famous person, who would it be?
True or False- Guided meditation is NOT helpful for stress and anxiety
False
How can unhealthy coping skills negatively affect our lives?
Hurt ourselves/others, affects our relationships, affects our self-esteem, affects our daily functioning
Exercise is a great coping skill that is good for your mind, body, and ____ .
Soul
Exercise helps you stay healthy mentally, physically, and spiritually.
True or False:
Coping skills are used to avoid problems in our lives.
FALSE!
Coping skills help us work through our problems and emotions. You do not want to avoid these! Avoiding is considered an unhealthy coping skill.
What do you think makes someone a good friend? Or what do you look for in a friend?
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Name 2 relaxation techniques
ex- progressive muscle relaxation, meditation, deep breathing, aromatherapy
John has a lot of stress from work. When he gets home, he gets easily agitated with his roommate who asks him "what is wrong?" multiple times. He gets so anxious from this question that he yells at his roommate to get his frustration out.
Is this a healthy coping skill and why or why not?
No!
Talking with someone is a great coping skill. However, yelling is unhealthy and it may cause issues in our relationships.
What coping skills can be used to reduce stress?
- meditation
- talking with someone
- breathing exercises
- exercise
- mindfulness
- yoga
True or False:
Coping skills help you focus on the important things in your life.
TRUE!
When we can cope with problems in our lives, it is easier to focus on everything else that is important to us!
What is your favorite thing about yourself?
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True or False - No one can help you with stress, it is a personal problem.
False!!
Charlene gets in to a fight with her brother. She decides to leave the situation and go for a walk. Is this a healthy coping skill?
Yes!
Going on a walk and leaving the situation is a great way to reduce stress and calm down.
What do coping skills help us with?
Coping skills help us work through and process our emotions so that we can reduce the effect that stressors have on our lives.
True or False:
Coping skills are not important to your well-being.
FALSE!
Coping skills create a sense of calmness, confidence, and inner-peace. They are important for your overall health.
Tell me about a time when you laughed the hardest; or a time when you made someone laugh really hard.
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Name 1 coping skill you have never used, but would like to try
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Bob has been watching TV for a few hours, and his roommate asks Bob to change the channel since he has not been able to watch TV yet. Bob begins to get upset at his roommate and throws the remote on the floor.
What could Bob have done instead?
- Take a walk
- Communicate how he is feeling
- ???
Name two coping skills you already use to deal with stress in your life.
:)
TRUE OR FALSE
Everyone has the same coping skills.
FALSE.
what works for you might not work for everyone. That's why there are so many coping skills options
Tell me about an achievement or experience you are most proud of and why.
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