Coping Skills
This has been the biggest coping skill buzzword of 2020-2021. It means being present in the moment, not just breathing exercises.
Mindfulness
This Chicago rapper said "For a long time, anxiety wasn't a thing we talked about. Now I'm starting to get a better understanding of that part of my life."
Chance the Rapper
Though they both drink a lot less in the movies than they do in the comics, Tony Stark and Thor have this type of problem with drinking.
Alcoholism
This Netflix show, based on a book, has been very controversial for its depiction of suicide and mental health.
"13 Reasons Why"
Every student is assigned one and they can help with classes, counseling, future planning, and/or college decisions.
Counselor
Another recent buzzword, it's about noticing good things and being thankful for them.
Gratitude
This actor and former wrestler talks about his depression and encourages others to get help.
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson
Storm from X-men has this fear of small spaces.
Claustrophobia
This band of three sisters has sung songs about illness and chronic depression.
Haim
Ms. Woytek, Ms. Himes, Ms. McNulty, and Mr. Ovalle do this job at OPRF that provides support to students. Each of your counselors also have one they work with.
School Social Worker
You're feeling really anxious about something so you seek out a professional to talk to. What are some titles for that professional?
psychologist, social worker, counselor, therapist, psychiatrist, pastor, etc.
This iconic Star Wars actress was a vocal mental health advocate.
Carrie Fisher
Pretty much every superhero struggles with this disorder, which can include flashbacks, feelings of panic, and hypervigilance.
PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder)
This actress and singer (Skyscraper) got help for her eating disorder at a Chicago treatment center.
Demi Lovato
Ms. Megibow, Ms. Wilson, and Ms. Gabbidon do this job at OPRF that provides support to students but also uses data to help plan for students' education.
School Psychologist
You have a strong feeling about something you can't change. You have lots of thoughts. You decide to go watch TV so you don't notice the thoughts as much. What skill did you use?
Distraction
This comedian makes jokes and talks seriously about his Borderline Personality Disorder.
Pete Davidson
Hank Pym, the original Ant Man, struggles with this disorder that means he goes through cycles of mania and depression.
Bipolar Disorder
This book series, which came out in 2008 and was later made into movies starring Jennifer Lawrence, has been praised for its acknowledgment of the impact of violence on its teenage characters and its portrayal of trauma responses.
"The Hunger Games"
Ms. Colamussi's job centers around helping students when they struggle with substances. She also runs a club where students teach other students about healthy behaviors. What is this club called?
HYPE
You feel really sad about a situation going on and decide to listen to happy music, which is the opposite of how you are feeling. What is this skill called?
Opposite Action
This GOAT (Greatest of All Time) Gymnast has been open about having ADHD.
Simone Biles
Daredevil was one of the first superheroes to openly and consistently deal with this disorder that he describes as "a living thing that feeds on your darkest moments and is never fully satistifed"
Depression
In this movie, we see the mental health impact of being a Black person in a White corporate world on the main character, Cassius.
"Sorry to Bother You"
Ms. Jones-McLeod is a school interventionist whose job was created to replace the position of school resource officer. She works with students and with whole school interventions to address what response to bad events?
Trauma