🧠 CATEGORY 1 — STRESS & COPING
Name one healthy coping skill.
Answer:
Exercise, music, journaling, deep breathing, etc.
What communication style is respectful and clear?
Answer:
Assertive communication
What type of drug speeds up the central nervous system?
Answer:
Stimulants
What is addiction?
Answer:
Dependence on a substance or behavior.
Name one healthy daily habit.
Sleep, hydration, exercise, healthy eating, etc.
What is stress?
Answer:
The body’s response to pressure or challenges.
What is a personal boundary?
Answer:
A limit that protects comfort or safety.
What type of drug slows down the body and brain?
Answer:
Depressants
Why do teens sometimes experiment with substances?
Answer:
Peer pressure, stress, curiosity, fitting in, etc.
Why is consistency important?
Answer:
Builds habits and long-term success.
What is emotional regulation?
Answer:
Managing emotions in a healthy way.
What is peer pressure?
Answer:
Influence from others to act a certain way.
What type of drug changes perception, mood, or thinking?
Answer:
Hallucinogens
Why is vaping dangerous for teens?
Harms brain development, lungs, addiction risk, chemicals, etc.
What is accountability?
Answer:
Taking responsibility for actions and choices.
Name one physical symptom of stress.
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Headache, fatigue, stomachache, trouble sleeping, etc.
Name one red flag in a relationship.
Answer:
Control, disrespect, manipulation, dishonesty, etc.
Give one example of a stimulant.
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Caffeine, nicotine, cocaine, methamphetamine, etc.
Name one long-term consequence of substance abuse.
Addiction, health problems, legal trouble, damaged relationships, etc.
Name one obstacle that can prevent reaching goals.
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Distractions, poor planning, peer pressure, procrastination, etc.
Why is sleep important for mental health?
Answer:
Helps emotional regulation, focus, mood, and stress management.
What is a refusal skill?
Answer:
A strategy used to say no to unsafe choices.
What are opioids mainly used for medically?
Answer:
Pain relief
What body system is most affected by vaping?
Answer:
Respiratory system/lungs
What does SMART stand for?
Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound