Coping skills 101
Name one grounding technique.
Deep breathing, 5-4-3-2-1 senses, holding something cold, etc
What does ADL stand for?
Activities of Daily Living.
What is one “I-statement”?
A: “I feel ___ when ___ because ___.”
What is insight?
Understanding your diagnosis and symptoms.
What is one thing you need to do when living in the community?
Pay rent, follow rules, go to appointments.
What is one healthy way to calm down when you feel overwhelmed?
Walking, talking to staff, music, coloring, etc.
Name one morning routine task.
Brushing teeth, showering, making the bed, etc.
What is active listening?
Paying attention, not interrupting, responding respectfully.
Paying attention, not interrupting, responding respectfully.
What’s an example of an emotional boundary?
"I don’t want to talk about that right now.”
Who can you contact if you need help after discharge?
Case manager, crisis line, family, B&C staff.
What does CBT stand for?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Why is sleep hygiene important?
Helps mood, energy, symptom stability.
True or false: It’s okay to ask for help.
True.
Name one red flag in relationships.
Controlling behavior, aggression, disrespect, manipulation.
What is budgeting?
Planning your money so expenses are covered or tracking daily, monthly expenses.
In CBT, what comes first: thoughts, feelings, or actions?
Thoughts → feelings → behaviors.
What is one way to stay organized?
Using checklists, schedules, planners or calendars
What’s a better way to express frustration?
“I need…”, “I feel…”, take space, deep breathing.
What is medication compliance?
Taking meds exactly as prescribed
Taking meds exactly as prescribed
Name one strategy to avoid relapse in the community.
Taking meds, sticking to routine, staying connected
Name two things you can do if you think you're close to a crisis.
Tell staff, use coping skills, deep breathing, take space, distraction, etc.
Name two things that help regulate your sleep.
consistent bedtime, quiet room, relaxation techniques.
Name two signs a conversation is becoming unsafe or escalated.
Raised voice, pacing, clenched fists, rapid talking, refusing to listen.
Daily Double: Give one early warning sign and one coping skill that helps you!!!
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Daily Double: Name one person or type of support you can go to if you need help.
Staff, case manager, nurse, therapist, family