Coping Skills
Taking slow, deep breaths can help calm what body system during stress?
The nervous system.
True or False: Anger is always a bad emotion.
False.
What is one thing many people do to help reduce stress before bed?
Relaxation techniques, reading, limiting screens, etc.
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and ______ well-being.
Social.
What is one person you can reach out to for support during difficult times?
Friend, family member, therapist, sponsor, support group member, etc.
What coping skill involves paying attention to the present moment without judgment?
Mindfulness.
What emotion is often described as the body's response to a perceived threat or danger?
Fear.
What hormone is commonly called the "stress hormone"?
Cortisol.
True or False: Everyone has mental health, just like everyone has physical health.
True.
What does resilience mean?
The ability to recover or adapt after challenges.
Name one healthy way to cope with difficult emotions besides talking to someone.
Exercise, journaling, meditation, art, music, etc.
Name one physical sign that you might be feeling anxious.
Sweating, racing heart, shaking, stomach discomfort, etc.
True or False: Stress is always harmful.
False.
What is the term for the negative beliefs and attitudes people may have about mental illness?
Stigma.
What is a personal strength?
A positive quality or skill that helps you cope and succeed.
What grounding technique asks you to identify 5 things you see, 4 things you feel, 3 things you hear, 2 things you smell, and 1 thing you taste?
The 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique.
What skill involves identifying and naming your emotions accurately?
Emotional awareness (or emotional identification).
What type of stress comes from positive life events like getting married or starting a new job?
Eustress (positive stress).
Seeking help for mental health concerns is a sign of what?
Strength, courage, self-awareness, or resilience.
Name two things that can help build resilience.
Social support, self-care, positive coping skills, exercise, problem-solving, etc.
What coping strategy involves breaking a large problem into smaller, manageable steps?
Problem-solving.
What term describes experiencing two emotions at the same time?
Mixed emotions.
Name three common symptoms of chronic stress.
Sleep problems, headaches, irritability, fatigue, concentration difficulties, etc.
What does the acronym "HALT" stand for when checking in on your emotional state?
Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired.
What is the difference between a setback and a failure?
A setback is a temporary obstacle; failure implies giving up or not continuing to learn and grow.