True/False
telling someone what we like and do not like and what is appropriate or inappropriate is called taking accountability of our own actions. True or false
false. It is called a boundary.
With each person you meet, you will find that you have things that are similar and things that are different. What is a benefit of meeting and being friends with people who are similar to you
shared interests
shared values
most basic coping skill taught in therapy
What is breathe in/breathe out
deep breathing
belly breathing
Someone just pushed you while playing soccer during recess. What is an acceptable response
Tell the teacher
communicate feelings and talk it over with person
go calm down and confide in a trusted friend or adult and seek advice
A technique we can use to regulate our actions and emotions
What is a coping skill
Telling someone you love that you do not want to hug them right now is rude. true or false and why
False. This is a physical boundary you are setting.
With each person you meet, you will find that you have things that are similar and things that are different. What is a benefit of meeting and being friends with people who are different than you.
we can learn new hobbies/skills
we can understand new viewpoints
increased empathy
Explain 54321 grounding exercise
What is 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear , 2 things you can smell, 1 thing you can taste
You see a classmate breaking a school rule such as whispering in class or running in the hallway
Mind your own business and let them get introuble by themselves. Raising your hand to tell on this behavior can be frustrating as the admin/ teacher can see this happening and it is not hurting someone or causing immediate danger for them or others.
standing up for yourself in a respectful but firm manner
Assertive communication
Hitting a kid in the face because they hit you in the face is an example of assertive communication. True or false
False
vague descriptions and overgeneralizations used to describe a group of people “all girls are dramatic” “all boys lie” is called
Stereotypes
An item used to help with self regulation by using the sense of touch.
What is a fidget
sensory toy
Someone called you a rude name or disrespected you in front of others
First, take accountability for your part (if you call them mean names or bother them)
if you have not bothered them before, use assertive communication to stand up for yourself.
get others (trusted adults) involved if necessary
making yourself do things you do not want to do and keeping yourself from doing things you want to do because you know it is right
what is self regulation
self control
Writing a fictional story to help you process confusing events is a healthy coping skill. True or false
True
The best apology for rude words or actions is
sincere verbal apology and changed behavior
Awareness of all five senses; being intensely aware of what you sense and feel
Mindfulness
The teacher told you something you feel is unreasonable, such as “you’re getting an F” “get out of my class” or uses inappropriate and disrespectful language
First, take accountability for what you did to provoke the teacher (talking during class, disrespecting teacher or classmates, violating a school rule, horseplay…) and accept consequences
Assertive communication with the teacher or admin about the problem
ask parents to help advocate
Things we say about ourselves to ourselves that are positive
Positive affirmations
It is ok to break a promise to a friend or tell on them to their mom and dad if you are trying to keep them safe from themselves or others . True or false
True
Understanding the perspective of another and caring about their feelings
What is empathy /empathetic communication
Techniques that help focus on the present moment and bring awareness to your body. This is often used when angry or anxious.
what is grounding
You feel that an older child or adult has been inappropriate to you, but are not sure.
Set boundaries
Tell a trusted adult immediately and let them advocate for you and with you
dont believe their threats, trust in your support group
a safe person will be proud of you for standing up for yourself and will sincerely apologize while a person with bad intent will be angry or defensive
Something that makes you feel a strong emotion like sadness, fear or anger because it reminds you of something that happened before
Trigger