Coping Skills
Breathing slowly and deeply to calm the mind is called this.
What is deep breathing or diaphragmatic breathing?
Feeling sad, hopeless, or losing interest for 2+ weeks may indicate this condition.
What is depression?
Talking to a therapist about your thoughts and feelings is called this type of support.
What is psychotherapy or counseling?
I can’t be seen, but I make your heart race. I’m not a ghost, yet I haunt your mind. What am I?
What is anxiety?
Taking time to rest, eat well, and move your body is called this.
What is self-care?
Writing thoughts and feelings down daily can help manage stress.
What is journaling?
Intense worry or fear that interferes with daily life is called this.
What is anxiety?
A short-term, structured therapy that focuses on changing negative thoughts is called this.
What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?
I’m often hidden behind a smile. I linger quietly and cloud your day. What am I?
What is depression?
Listening to calming music, meditating, or coloring are examples of this type of activity.
What is stress relief or relaxation?
Paying attention to your senses in the present moment is called this.
What is mindfulness or grounding?
Rapid changes in mood, energy, or behavior may be symptoms of this disorder.
What is bipolar disorder?
These medications may help stabilize mood or reduce anxiety.
What are psychotropic medications?
The more you ignore me, the bigger I grow. I can motivate you or make you stall. What am I?
What is stress?
Saying “I can do this” or “I am enough” is an example of this.
What is positive self-talk or affirmation?
Talking to a trusted friend instead of isolating demonstrates this skill.
What is seeking social support?
Feeling irritable, tense, or restless is often a symptom of this mental state.
What is stress?
A treatment plan that includes therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes is called this.
What is comprehensive mental health treatment?
I’m a thought that tricks you into believing I’m true, even when I’m not. What am I?
What is a cognitive distortion?
Spending time with friends, family, or support groups promotes this.
What is social well-being or connection?
Planning fun or meaningful activities to boost mood is called this.
What is behavioral activation?
Recognizing your emotions and responding appropriately is called this skill.
What is emotional regulation?
This type of therapy uses art, music, or movement to express feelings creatively.
What is expressive therapy or art therapy?
I come in waves, sometimes calm, sometimes wild. I’m part of life, yet hard to control. What am I?
What is emotion or mood?
Planning enjoyable activities to prevent boredom or negative thoughts is called this.
What is behavioral activation?