Self-Care & Basics
A healthy habit that relives stress and makes you feel calm, like taking a deep breaths or listening to music.
what is a coping skill
Feeling sad, worried, or overwhelmed, but it's normal to have some of these.
(What is stress/feeling down?)
A trusted adult at school you can talk to if you're struggling.
(What is a teacher, counselor, or nurse?)
If you're having a panic attack, this action can help slow your breathing
(What is breathing deeply/slowly?
This polite word is used when you want something.
What is “please”?
A simple, positive action you can take for your mental health, like journaling or walking.
What is self care
A situation that can make you feel stressed, like a breakup, bullying, or a big test.
(What is a life circumstance/stressor?)
What it means when you talk to a friend who's struggling, showing you care.
(What is support/listening/being non-judgmental?)
Listening to your favorite songs can help with this feeling.
What is stress or sadness?
This word is used after someone helps you or gives you something.
What is “thank you”?
The amount of sleep teens should aim for each night to feel their best?
What are 8-10 hours
True or False: You can tell if someone has a mental health issue just by looking at them.
False
A key reason to tell someone you're struggling, so they know they're not alone.
(What is to break isolation/show they care?)
Squeezing one of these soft objects can help release tension.
What is a stress ball?
When someone is talking, it’s kind to do this so they know you’re listening.
What is make eye contact or look at them?
Drinking enough of this keeps you hydrated.
What is water?
This word describes when your body feels tight and you might clench your jaw or fists.
What is anger?
This school worker helps with feelings, problems, or conflicts between students.
Who is the school counselor/Therapist?
Taking a short break to stretch or walk away is called this.
What is a cool-down or break?
When you hurt someone’s feelings, you say this word.
What is “sorry”?
Doing this each day keeps your body active—examples include walking or stretching.
What is exercise ?
Naming how you feel (like “I’m mad” or “I’m tired”) is called this.
What is identifying your feelings?
Using words, pictures, or devices to ask for help is called this.
What is communication?
Talking to a friend or adult about your feelings is an example of this.
What is coping or opening up?
When you need a break, you can tell an adult by saying this.
What is “I need a break”?