Impulsivity
What involves a tendency to act on a whim, displaying behavior characterized by little or no forethought, reflection, or consideration of the consequences?
Impulsivity or impulsiveness
“A predisposition or a tendency to respond positively or negatively towards a certain idea, object, person, or situation. It influences an individual's choice of action, and responses to challenges, incentives, and rewards"
Attitude
“I’m going to make a fool of myself if I participate in group activities"
Is this a positive or negative thought?
Negative
What has two hands and a face but no arms and legs?
A Clock
What are some strategies or techniques that can help manage impulsivity?
Some strategies to manage impulsivity include practicing mindfulness and self-awareness, taking deep breaths or counting to 10 before acting, creating a structured routine, setting clear goals and priorities, and seeking support from friends, family, or a therapist.
Manage your ______ instead of allowing your ______ to manage you.
Same word used for both blanks.
Emotions
What is the act of substituting negative thoughts with positive thoughts immediately?
Replacement
"I will get through this. I am strong and I can ask for help."
Is this positive or negative thinking?
Positive
What has four fingers and a thumb but not living?
A Glove
How does impulsivity impact relationships, both personal and with peers?
Impulsivity can hurt relationships by leading to misunderstandings, conflicts, and broken trust. For example, impulsive decisions or actions may hurt people's feelings.
The degree to which a person can control the desire for immediate gratification
Impulse Control
What is a statement or slogan repeated frequently?Sentences you repeat to yourself to help change negative thoughts into positive thoughts.
Mantra or positive affirmations
A mental attitude in which you expect good and favorable results
Positive Thinking
What is black and white, and read all over?
A Newspaper
How can individuals recognize and differentiate between healthy impulsivity and problematic impulsivity?
Healthy impulsivity involves making informed decisions at the moment while considering the consequences, whereas problematic impulsivity often involves acting without thought or consideration of the potential outcomes. Recognizing the difference may include reflecting on past behaviors and their consequences.
Learn the special art of simply saying “no” to yourself. Practice _______ ________: The ability to resist the temptation for an immediate reward and wait for a later (often better) reward.
Delayed Gratification
One of the key components of maintaining a positive attitude is identifying and then nurturing the __________ ___________ that sustain a positive mindset and viewpoint.
Positive thoughts
“I need Scottie to like me or I can't be happy and I'll never have any friends."
Turn this thought into a positive thought
Examples can include: "I can be happy without someone else's approval." "I am a good person and I can make other friends." "I am good enough." "Everyone doesn't have to like me and I am okay with that."
What has rivers but no water, forest but no trees and cities but no people?
A Map
What are some common triggers or situations that tend to cause impulsive behavior?
Impulsive behavior can be triggered by various factors, such as stress, emotions (like anger or excitement), peer pressure, unhealthy food, boredom, or even certain environments.
Name 3 out of the 10 skills you can use to cope with impulsivity.
1.Remember, 2.Practice Time Outs, 3.Deny Yourself, 4.Sleep on it, 5.Recognize Emotional Reactions, 6.Phone a Friend, 7.Spirituality, 8.Know Your Triggers, 9.Mind Your Mind, and 10.Relax
Name 3 of the 6 steps to develop and maintain positive thinking.
1.Replacement, 2.Create a Mantra, 3.Refuse to stop at failure, 4.Accept your growth, 5. Be thankful, 6.Positive actions
A person who displays __________ is open to learning and does not always insist that they are right.
Humility
What occurs once in a minute, twice in a moment, and never in one thousand years?
The Letter "M"
How can impulsivity affect academic or work performance?
distractions, poor decision-making, missed deadlines, incomplete tasks, lack of focus or retaining information.