Around what percentage of teens say they have access to a smartphone?
A) 50%
B) 75%
C) 95%
D) 100%
C) 95%
What are the two most common mental health disorders among youth?
Why do we use coping skills?
To calm down/feel better
These are commonly abused drugs
Alcohol, Methamphetamine, Nicotine, Marijuana, Cocaine, Heroin, Pain killers, etc.
True or false: Social support does NOT play a role in mental health.
False: Those with social support report feeling more connected with others.
Truth or myth: Many teens feel addicted to their smartphone.
Truth: Nearly half (50 percent) say they are “addicted” to it.
What percentage of youth ages 13-18 live with a mental health condition?
A) 5%
B) 20%
C) 60%
D) 100%
B) 20% of youth ages 13-18 live with a mental health condition
Name two unhealthy coping skills.
Fighting, substance use, self-harm, avoidance, etc.
Truth or myth: Users can become addicted to marijuana.
Truth: 10% of users become addicted to marijuana
Give an example of how to ask for support.
See a counselor/therapist, talk to a parent or adult, reach out to friends, etc.
Name two out of three most commonly used social media outlets by teens.
You Tube, TikTok, Instagram
Truth or myth: LGBTQ individuals are 2 or more times more likely as straight individuals to have a mental health condition.
Truth
List three coping skills that you can use at school.
Talking with friends, deep breathing, listening to music, muscle relaxation, grounding, etc.
What percentage of US 12 graders vape?
A) 10%
B) 20%
C) 40%
D) 50%
B) 20%
Name three signs that someone might be thinking about hurting themselves.
Verbal threats, changes in behavior (withdrawal, failing classes, increased sub. use), depression, past attempts, preoccupation with death, final arrangements, etc.
What percentage of teens say they have been cyberbullied?
A) 13%
B) 37%
C) 48%
D) 75%
B) 37%
List 4 symptoms of depression.
What is the term used for paying attention, here and now, and being aware of your surroundings?
Mindfulness
what are the top 2-3 reasons for teen drug use?
True or False: Ignoring someone who talks about harming themselves is the best response, because they probably want attention.
False: Many teens demonstrate warning signs before attempting suicide. Statements such as, "I don't want to be here anymore" or "you'll miss me when I'm gone" often indicate suicidal thoughts.
These are the different types of cyberbullying
What are name calling, spreading rumors, sharing pictures that the victim has not approved, physical threats.
True. There are many types of self harm and this includes restricting food.
True or false: When deep breathing, you breathe IN through your mouth and OUT through your nose.
False: You breathe in through your nose and out through your mouth.
What synthetic opioid accounted for 54,743 deaths in 2024?
The fentanyl category of opioids
Name 5 different sources of support for youth.
Peers, family, teachers, counselors, coaches, church group etc.