Self-Care & Coping Skills
What is self-care?
self care is completing actions for yourself that decreases stress and "takes care of you."
What is mental health?
Mental health is your emotional and social well-being
What should you do if your feelings start to affect your daily life?
Talk to somebody I trust
Why is self-esteem important for mental health?
Mental Health issues are rare.
False. Approximately 1 in 5 people have a mental health disorder, making that over 60 million people in the United States alone.
What are some things you can do for self-care?
Exercise, Reading, Journal, going for a walk, talking with friends, etc.
What are two ways to care for your mental health?
taking your meds, getting enough sleep, socializing, going out in nature, going to therapy, etc.
Why is it important to know what supports are available in your community?
So you can access help quickly for yourself and others in need.
What is one thing people with low self-esteem might worry about?
Appearance, what others think of them or if they are liked, being a burden or inconveniencing somebody else
Using drugs and alcohol are helpful for self care.
False. They can create other problems impacting your mental health, even if it doesn't seem like it at first.
When is the best time to use a coping skill: before or after you have began to escalate?
Before. The goal should be to stop yourself before you escalate too far in your negative emotion
Name three mental health disorders.
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, SUD, BPD, Schizophrenia, DID
How can you help a friend that thinks that they may have a mental health problem?
listen to what they have to say, being open minded, encourage them to seek help, tell them that they're not alone, give them resources
What are some ways that you can improve your self-esteem?
Challenge negative thoughts, positive affirmations, set and achieve goals, work on your weaknesses, talk to yourself like you would a friend, be kinder to yourself
People with mental illness will not get better.
False. Once diagnosed, mental illness is treatable. While it may not be "cured" it can be managed effectively. Most people with mental health disorder live productive and positive lives while treating their mental illness.
What are the benefits of getting enough sleep?
It lets your brain rest and helps manage emotions better
What are three day-to-day activities someone with mental health problems might struggle with?
Getting out of bed, eating, sleeping, hygiene, doing school work, focusing, talking to people, being at places on time
Name three people/places you can call or text for help?
988, the crisis hotline, family, friends, therapist
How can you turn a negative thought like "I'll never accomplish that" into a positive one?
"This may take time and effort, but I'll learn to do it!"
If somebody in your family has mental health issues, you have a higher chance of also developing them?
True