Diagnosis
Coping Skills
Myth Busters!
Handling Conflict
Random Facts
100
Low mood, sadness, and hopelessness can be traits of this condition.
What is depression?
100
This object is a squishy sphere that you could use when anxious or fidgety.
What is a stress ball?
100
Myth or Fact: Personality weakness or character flaws cause mental health problems. People with mental health problems can snap out of it if they try hard enough.
Myth! Mental health problems have nothing to do with being lazy or weak and many people need help to get better. Many factors contribute to mental health problems, including: -Biological factors, such as genes, physical illness, injury, or brain chemistry -Life experiences, such as trauma or a history of abuse -Family history of mental health problems
100

Name a good way AND a bad way to handle this situation: You bump into someone while walking in the hallway.

Good: saying "excuse me," apologizing Bad: saying "hey, watch it," "get out of my way" "move it, lady/mister" or bumping into them back.

100

True or False: Most people can lick their elbows?

False: Most people cannot lick their elbows. Plus, you all look silly doing it!

200
Excessive worry, fear, and panic attacks can be symptoms of this disorder.
What is anxiety?
200

This skill requires using ice or a cold washcloth to calm down?

T(temperature)IPP DBT protocol. 
200
Myth or Fact: Therapy and self-help are a waste of time. Pills can cure any mental illness.
Myth! Treatment for mental health problems varies depending on the individual and could include medication, therapy, or both.
200

Name a good way AND a bad way to handle this situation: Someone takes an item you were using first and won't give it back.

Good: "hey, I think you are using my item- do you think I can get it back?" - letting it go if you aren't in a hurry to use it, asking an adult for help if you feel yourself becoming angry and out of control. 

Bad: "hey, that's my stuff," ripping it out of their hand, getting involved in a loud argument, throwing something at the person. 

200

What animal's heart is in their head?

A shrimp's!

300
Flashbacks, nightmares, and anxiety can be symptoms of this disorder that often develops after very stressful life events.
What is Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)?
300
Walking, swimming, jogging, lifting weights, using a treadmill, and playing sports are examples of this coping skill.
What is exercise?
300
Myth or Fact: People with mental health problems are not more violent than those without.
Fact! Only 3%-5% of violent acts can be attributed to individuals living with a serious mental illness. In fact, people with severe mental illnesses are over 10 times more likely to be victims of violent crime than the general population.
300

Name a good way AND a bad way to handle this situation: You're playing with your brother and he's not doing what you want him to be doing.

Good: ask yourself, "do I need to be in charge right now, or is it okay that he is doing what he wants?" - asking him politely to do something else and explaining why you think so 

Not so good: getting bossy, yelling at him, pushing/hitting/kicking

300

Like a fingerprint, what part of a human's body is also different than anyone else's? 

Your tongue! Everyone's tongue print is different than the person next to you. 

400
Mood cycling between times of elevated/energized moods and low/depressed.
What is bipolar disorder?
400
This skill doesn't require talking. A pencil and paper are all you need to write down your thoughts.
What is journaling?
400
Myth or Fact: Mental health problems are common.
Fact! For example, 1 in 10 Americans have experienced depression.
400

Name a good way AND a not so good way to handle this situation: Your mom yells at you for something your sister did.

Good: wait for your mom to stop speaking before explaining what happened - accepting a consequence if you were also involved. Using your DEAR MAN skills to communicate your feelings.

Not so good: yelling back, throwing a tantrum, escalating the situation.

400

What is the only animal that can NOT jump?

An elephant!

500
This disorder can include symptoms such as impulsivity, difficulty focusing, and hyperactivity.
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)?
500
This skill can take practice, but can involve quieting your mind and creating a sense of calm.
What is meditation?
500

Myth or Fact: Mental health problems cannot get better with time.

Myth! Some disorders can become less troublesome as we get older and some we can grow out of with help from mental health professionals, doctors, and support from our loved ones. 

500

Name a good way AND a bad way to handle this situation: Your friend accidentally breaks your toy/electronic/item. 

Good: feeling disappointed but keeping emotions under control, asking an adult to help you fix it, asking your friend to please be more careful in the future.

Not so good: yelling at your friend, throwing the broken toy, demanding that your parents buy a new one.

500

What animal cannot stick its tongue out?

A crocodile! 

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