Defense Mechanisms
Coping Skills
Myth Busters!
Celebrities
Random Facts
100

Reverting or turning back to behaviors more characteristic of an earlier stage in development

What is Regression?

100
This object is a squishy sphere that you could use when anxious or fidgety.
What is a stress ball?
100
Myth or Fact: Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental health problems. People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
Myth! Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including: -Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry -Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse -Family history of mental health problems
100
This author lives with depression. She is known for writing the Harry Potter series.
Who is J.K. Rowling
100
This planet is between Mars and Saturn.
What is Jupiter?
200

Putting your feelings or thoughts onto another person, as though they were that person's feelings or thoughts.

What is Projection?

200
This skill requires a radio, iPod, or concert.
What is listening to music?
200
Myth or Fact: Therapy and self-help are a waste of time. Pills can cure any mental illness.
Myth! Treatment for mental health problems varies depending on the individual and could include medication, therapy, or both.
200
This rapper struggled with substance abuse, depression, and suicidal thoughts. "Lose Yourself" is one of his well known hits.
Who is Marshall "Eminem" Mathers?
200
This number is the square root of 64.
What is 8?
300

DAILY DOUBLE!

Wanting to cover up weaknesses and mistakes by making up for them with gifts or complementing.

What is Compensation?

300
Walking, swimming, jogging, lifting weights, using a treadmill, and playing sports are examples of this coping skill.
What is exercise?
300
Myth or Fact: People with mental health problems are not more violent than those without.
Fact! Only 3%-5% of violent acts can be attributed to individuals living with a serious mental illness. In fact, people with severe mental illnesses are over 10 times more likely to be victims of violent crime than the general population.
300
This singer has appeared on Glee and is known for hits such as "Neon Lights" and "Cool for the Summer." She also lives with bipolar disorder
Who is Demi Lovato?
300
This social networking site was launched in 2004 by a group of college roommates and classmates at Harvard.
What is Facebook?
400

Making excuses to try to explain a situation or behavior rather than directly taking responsibility.

What is Rationalization?

400
This skill doesn't require talking. A pencil and paper are all you need to write down your thoughts.
What is journaling?
400
Myth or Fact: Mental health problems are common.
Fact! For example, 1 in 10 Americans have experienced depression.
400
This actor is revered for his performances in "Sweeny Todd" and "Pirates of the Caribbean." He also copes with anxiety and panic attacks.
Who is Johnny Depp?
400
This film series that takes place "a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away" began in 1977 and will continue with three new films in 2015, 2017, and 2019.
What is Star Wars?
500

The conscious, intentional pushing of unpleasantness from one's mind is which defense mechanism?

What is Suppression?

500
This skill can take practice, but can involve quieting your mind and creating a sense of calm.
What is meditation?
500
Myth or Fact: Mental health problems cannot get better with time.
Myth! Some disorders can become less troublesome as we get older and some we can grow out of with help!
500
Best known for playing Katniss Everdeen in "The Hunger Games," this actress lives with social anxiety.
Who is Jennifer Lawrence?
500

DAILY DOUBLE:

This sandbox/survival video game will take up all of your time as you mine for minerals, build shelters, and defend yourself against monsters.

What is Minecraft?

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