Coping Skills
A relaxing technique performed by purposefully taking slow, deep breaths.
What is deep breathing?
You are ready to take action soon.
What is Preparation Stage?
Physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual.
What are types of self-care?
The month that is designated as Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States
What is May?
Pay attention to the present moment without judgement.
What is mindfulness?
Tensing and relaxing the muscles throughout your body to achieve a powerful feeling of relaxation.
What is muscle relaxation?
You are actively working on change.
What is Action Stage?
Self-care is selfish and a luxuary?
What is false?
The mental health condition characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors
What is OCD?
Everyday, write down three things you are grateful for.
What is gratitude journaling?
Challenging negative thoughts and replacing them with positive affirmations.
What is positive self-talk?
You are aware of the problem and considering a change.
What is Contemplation Stage.
You need ___ hours of sleep a night on average.
What is 8 hours?
The term for a persistent feeling of worry or unease
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What is anxiety?
Lie comfortably and slowly shift your attention to different body parts, from your toes to the top of your head.
What is body scan?
Releasing tension and improving mood.
What is exercise?
You have sustained the change for awhile.
What is the Maintenance Stage?
The recommended glasses of water a day.
What is 8 8oz glasses?
The term for a sudden episode of intense fear often accompanied by physical symptoms like rapid heartbeat and sweating.
What is a panic attack?
This simple yet effective exercise involves focusing on your breath.
What is mindful breathing?
Expressing thoughts and feelings, processing emotions
What is journaling?
You are not considering a change
What is Precontemplation?
The proactive steps we take to maintain and improve our physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
What is self-care?
Therapy that focuses on identifying and changing negative thought patterns
Take time to savor each bite, acknowledging the taste, texture, and aroma of the food.
What is mindful eating?