Mindfulness (easy)
Mindfulness (Hard)
Coping Strategies
Should I or Shouldn't I? (easy)
Should I or Shouldn't I (Hard)
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What does mindfulness mean
Be here now.
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Mindfulness originated from?
Buddhism
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When you are upset what coping strategies can you use?
Free Response!
100
Someone gives you a compliment. You smile and say "Thanks".
You should. This makes others want to be around you and gives others good thoughts.
100
Your friend has just gotten new braces. You tell him "wow, I didn't realize they would looks so weird".
You shouldn't. This is rude and will make it hard to maintain the friendship.
200
Why do we practice mindfulness breathing?
1. Because people don't know how to breathe
2. Because if you can do good breathing, you can solve all the problems
3. Because breathing helps you avoid doing work
4. Because breathing helps you to stay calm
Answer 4. Because breathing helps you to stay calm
200
Mindfulness can help in creativity? True or false
True
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If you have a lot of thoughts running through your head what can you do to cope?
Write it down or talk it out with an appropriate person.
200
You have not washed your hair for 10 days.
You shouldn't. This makes other people uncomfortable if you start to smell.
200
You decide you already know what a teacher is talking about during math. You take out a piece of paper from your desk and start drawing.
You shouldn't. This is rude because it shows the teacher you are not willing to give them your full attention. It is also against the school rules unless your teacher tells you it is ok.
300
True or False: When we practice mindful breathing we must be seated.
False, we just have to remain quiet.
300
Mindfulness can increase growth in what part of the brain?
Mindfulness can increase growth in grey matter density in the brain.
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300
Which of these is a positive coping skill?
A. Keeping your feelings locked inside.
B. Going for a run
C. Deny the problems exist.
B. Going for a run.
300
Someone bumps into you while you are going to lunch. They say "Sorry." You say "That's okay."
You should. This is polite and makes others feel calm around you.
300
A new student started at your school and you are going to see her after school today. You are anxious about seeing this new acquaintance. During the school day you keep asking her what she wants to do when you get together but she says she doesn't know. You keep asking her anyway.
You shouldn't. This makes others uncomfortable and more likely to avoid you.
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What part of your brain does mindfulness help?
The amygdala
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How does mindfulness help you?
Free response
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Miss Anna is worried about today's fire drill because it makes loud noises. What can she do to cope with her fear and anxiety?
Mindfulness breathing, talk to a teacher, talk to a friend, ask for headphones to wear during the drill
400
You are at a birthday party for the first time. You feel uncomfortable but you tell yourself that it will get easier as the party progresses.
You should. This will help you feel more confident and make others want to be around you as well as help you make and keep friends.
400
A classmate asks you to tell her answers to a math test that you studied for. She promises to invite you to her big party if you do. You tell her the answers.
You shouldn't. This is against the rules. Also, you are preventing your classmate from honestly learning in the same way you did. It could also result in you receiving a negative grade for helping them cheat.
500
Where do you have to be to practice mindfulness?
Anywhere
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Self compassion is part of being mindful, true or false?
True
500
Sleep restores cognitive functioning and can help with mood. How many hours of sleep should you get per night? (provide a range as your answer. EX: 1-3 hours)
Young adults (aged 18 to 25) generally need 7 to 9 hours of quality sleep per night for optimal health, cognitive function, and mood regulation.
500
You become frustrated when people interrupt you. You put your head down on the desk and groan.
You shouldn't. This can make others annoyed with you.
500
You are hanging out with a group of kids from school. They are talking about a type of music you know nothing about. You fake being interested and make related comments.
You shouldn't. People will eventually notice you do not know the topic you are pretending to know things about and may get upset with you or see you as a fraud.