Behavior and Emotions
What is the feeling of an emotion?
Feeling happy, loving, confident, inspired, cheerful, interested, grateful, or included
What does each letter in the ABCDE methods stand for?
Awareness, breathing, counting, distance, and expressing
Before making a rash (or harsh) decision, what should you do?
Think of the positive and negative consequences for that decision
On average, at what age does the brain finish developing?
25
What was the purpose of the balloon activity?
To release stress and slow down our reaction to stress and to show what it is like when you explode
Give at least 3 examples of things that can trigger an emotion
Hearing a song, being in an unsafe environment, remembering a traumatic event, etc.
Sweaty hands, feeling warm, shaking, and heavy breathing are examples of…?
Warning signs
What are the three C’s of making a good decision?
Bonus points: define or explain each.
Choice, consequences, and challenge
Choice: Clearly identify the decision to be made
Consider: Think about the positive and negative consequences for each choice
Choose: Choose the best choice
What does CBT stand for?
Bonus points: Explain what CBT is or how it is used.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
This form of therapy helps to spot unhelpful thoughts before those thoughts control what you do. It helps you to better control how you think about your emotions and actions.
This is an example of a ___ statement? : I feel disrespected when you're consistently late for our plans
An "I" statement
The ability to identify and regulate your emotions and respond in a socially tolerable and flexible way is to have what?
Emotional control
This type of communication emphasizes the importance of both peoples’ needs, listens to and respects the needs of others
Assertive communication
When talking to someone who holds authority, such as a police officer or teacher, how should you treat them?
Which part of the brain develops first:
the limbic system or the prefrontal cortex?
Limbic System
This is an example of a ___ statement? : You didn't prepare me enough for this presentation and now I am feeling anxious.
"You" statement
What comes first - a feeling or an emotion?
An emotion
This type of communication is a person who prioritizes the needs, wants, and feelings of others even at their own expense
Passive communication
What are some reasons teenagers may make poor choices?
Their brain is not fully developed and they may claim: “I didn’t think,” “I was angry,” “I didn’t do it,” or “It won’t happen to me”
True or False: The parasympathetic nervous system allows you to relax and feel at ease after a while
True
What are some healthy ways to release or ease anger?
Breathing, exercising, stepping away, listen to music, talk to a friend/family member, write it down and tear up the paper, etc.
This word is a mental reaction in response to an object, event, or situation
An emotion
This type of communication is a person who expresses that only their needs, wants, and feelings matter and are unwilling to compromise
Aggressive communication
What type of behavior creates a healthier environment?
Keeping the peace, following instructions, being proactive, doing what you know you are supposed to do
True or False: The sympathetic nervous system activates the fight, flight or freeze response
True
Is it best to give an "I" or a "You" statement?
"I" Statement