Conversation Skills
In a conversation between two people, who is doing the most of the talking?
Conversation should go back and forth equally.
Someone is spreading rumors about you online?How should you respond? What is the best way to respond>
Stay calm
Avoid fighting back online (this creates more problems)
Get help from a adult/ ask for advice
Your having problems with jealousy in your relationship. How can this be lessened.
Communicating openly and respectfully
Listen to each others perspective
Work towards compromise and understanding
(if person if continuously disrespecting your boundaries it may be time rethink relationship)
Your partner continuously checks your phone or goes through your phone. Your not hiding anything. what is the healthiest response?
Trust means respecting privacy
Is trust a bigger issue
If people don't trust one another the relationship will have a lot of conflicts and can impact mental health
Name 3 healthy ways to manage stress
Sleep balance
Work out daily
Eat healthy food
Avoid substances
You're in conversation and other person keeps checking their phone
How to handle this politely
Pause and ask if it's a good time to talk
Tell them you see they are busy and ask them to come and se you after they are done
Your friend has new romantic interest and is continually ditching you. What can you do?
Reach out to other people
Tell them how you feel
Take some time for yourself and self care
You feel like yelling at people a lot of the time> Yelling usually makes things worse, escalates conflicts and destroys relationships
What is better choice?
use a calming strategy
give yourself time to get out of fight or flight
revisit with a clear head
You're in a relationship and someone starts messaging you flirty messages. What is the healthiest move?
Ignore and block the messages
Be honest with your partner if it continues
What are main stressors reported by teens in ontario
School
Friends
Deadlines
The future
How does swearing come across to others besides peers (workplace/school)
Swearing can come across as unprofessional and some people may feel uncomfortable, in a place of work this can lead to complaints etc.
Getting in trouble for laughing or telling jokes in serious moments is a problem because....
It seems to others that you are being rude or disrespectful.
How would someone know if thay may need some help with anger management and healthy coping?
Constant conflicts
High rates or arguing
Feeling angry most of the time
Acting out aggressively and causing harm to self or others
After a break up your ex keeps posting things that are upsetting you. what is the healthiest way to respond?
Avoid retaliation
Consider "no contact" for the first few months after a break up
If it is harassing or personally attacking consider getting help from a adult
How can relationships affect our stress / mental health
Relationships with high conflict can cause us stress and anxiety
Relationships can become "toxic" and affect our mental health
Going through break ups can be extremely stressful for teens
Why is it a good idea to greet people when you see them? (workplace/school)
Saying hello shows respect at school and work and helps build connection (even if it's just superficial)
You and your friend have a a serious falling out (argument/conflict). What can you do?
Stay calm before any further convos happen
Give it time
apologize if you have to
Decide if relationships if worth saving
Your friend/boyfriend/girlfriend/partner is struggling with mental health concerns. How can you help them?
Be there to listen
Tell them how to access help (school/ask teacher/kids helpphone etc)
Know when to get others involved (safety concerns)
A friend keeps posting vague, dramatic messages about you online instead of talking directly to you. How can you respond in a healthy way ?
Avoid engaging in online conflicts
Ask to talk in person
Choose not to engage in the drama
What can you do if your stress levels and always high and chronic (all the time)
Reach out for support
Take care of yourself (wellness strategies )
Have a routine
See a doctor if it is unmanageable
During a conversation you feel like you disagree with someone, how can you respond respectfully?
Actively listen first (dont just wait for your turn to talk)
Share your perspective without insulting them
Your best friend is upset with you for telling someone a secret they told you. What is the best thing for you to do to fix the problem?
Apologize to my friend very sincerely, admitting I was wrong and that I know I messed up, and telling them that I will do my best to not do that in the future. Ask them how I can fix the problem.
Your noticing your mood has been low (motivation energy sad feelings) for over three weeks now. What could be going on with your mental health ? What options do you have (what to do)
Possible signs of depression
Seek medical help for further investigation
Practise high amounts of self care
Make sure your sleep is efficient
Check your relationships (how are they affecting you)
If you decide the relationship is no longer good for your mental health how can you break up with someone ?
Be honest but respectful
Talk face to face if it is safe
Set clear boundaries (I need space)
Avoid dragging it out
What happens to the brain when your brain goes into "stress mode". what is the term called?
Fight flight or freeze (stress response)