This coping skill is done by releasing anger or other feelings by running or working out
What is exercise
100
True or False: Everything you believe is based in fact
What is false. How we view ourselves and others greatly influences what we believe
100
This celebrity is a famous swimmer who is diagnosed with ADHD
Who is Michael Phelps
100
These are some things to tell yourself or to tell a friend who is cutting
What is that they should know that you care, that they deserve to be healthy and happy, and that no one needs to bear their troubles alone
100
This is the only animal that has four knees
What is an Elephant
200
This coping skill is done by putting your thoughts and feelings down on paper regardless of whether you allow someone to read them
What is journaling
200
True or False: Admitting that you can't do something yourself and need help from others is a sign of weakness
What is false. Admitting you are having problems is often very hard to do, and asking for help is a sign of strength and willingness to work through what you are experiencing.
200
This celebrity chef has been diagnosed with agoraphobia
Who is Paula Deen
200
This is one of the reasons why cutting is a negative behavior and not an effective coping skill
What is it is only temporary, "masks", risk of infection (most often you use non sterile items), may cut deeper than intended cause serious pain, damage, or injury, and can become a compulsive behavior
200
A cow's sweat glands are located on this part of its body
What is its nose
300
This negative coping skill involves avoiding and distancing yourself from the community.
What is isolating
300
True or False: All stress is bad
What is false. Stress is a common feeling that comes from a physiological reaction your body has to certain events. It is the body’s way of rising to a challenge and preparing to meet a tough situation with focus, strength, stamina and heightened alertness.
Even though stress can be a positive thing - like motivating us to make positive changes in our lives or giving us that "extra push" for an exam, sometimes we have too much stress and begin to feel that our lives are out of balance. When this happens managing stress could become a challenge.
300
This singer/actor has been diagnosed with OCD and ADHD
Who is Justin Timberlake
300
True or False: Purposefully putting yourself in risky situations can be a form of self-harm
What is true
300
This is the only animal to eat with its head upside down
What is a Flamingo
400
This negative coping skill occurs when someone throws up after eating, exercises excessively, or inappropriately uses laxatives or diuretics
What is purging
400
True or False: If your friend tells you that they are going to harm themselves and they make you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes and keep it a secret.
What is false. If you are worried about their safety, tell someone. Talk to someone who can help.
400
This celebrity has been diagnosed with bipolar disorder, anorexia, bulimia, and has also engaged in cutting
Who is Demi Lovato
400
This is a common reason why teens begin cutting
(Hint: it is also a common reason why teens may try drinking or drugs)
What is peer pressure
400
An octopus has this number of hearts
What is three
500
True or False: Some coping skills may help decrease negative feelings or emotions, but are actually negative coping skills
What is true. Such coping skills include self-injurious behaviors, breaking things, hitting things, fighting, throwing things, etc.
500
True or False: Simply being at Leland is participating in your treatment
What is False. You need to actively work with your family, therapist, and staff to combat mental health symptoms. It can be physically and emotionally difficult at times, but you are surrounded by excellent supports!
500
This Oscar winning actress was diagnosed with depression and engaged in cutting at a teen
Who is Angelina Jolie
500
These are some ways to help overcome self-injurious behaviors
What is tell someone, identify the trigger (an event, wanting to be someone you are not, self image, abuse, criticism, relationship trouble), ask for help, work on your trigger
500
This animal sleeps with only one half of the brain at a time, and with one eye closed.