Trauma
What is trauma?
A trauma is a confusing and upsetting event. It does not happen very often, but can cause people to feel very afraid, helpless and upset.
True or False
When we are separated from someone we love, we might feel sad and miss them, but other times we might do normal activities like hanging out with friends.
True
What is something that helps you feel calm when you are angry?
What is one thing you would like to improve about yourself?
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What is something that makes you feel angry?
What are some examples of trauma?
Examples include: physical abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse, bullying, separation from family, earthquakes, war, neglect, domestic violence
True or False
It takes about a year to feel better after I am separated from an important person in my life.
False-there is no set time for this.
True or False
Taking deep breaths helps us tell our brain that we are safe.
True
If you could have dinner with anyone in the world, who would you choose and why?
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True or False
Boys should not show their emotions.
False.
How does a child feel after experiencing a trauma?
A child can feel many emotions. A child might feel anger, sadness, irritability, worry, guilt, shame or numbness. A child might have nightmares, trouble sleeping, avoid thinking about what happened, or be easily startled.
True or False
Sometimes teens who have experienced trauma will do self-destructive activities like smoking, drinking alcohol, etc.
True
True or False
Exercise is a good tool for helping kids and teens feel more calm.
True
If I were an animal, I would be a ____________ because ____________________
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What is something that makes you feel happy?
How common is trauma in children?
2 out of 3 children report experiencing a trauma before the age of 16.
True or False
When I have experienced a trauma in my life, it will always be hard and I will always feel bad.
False, counseling can help you feel a lot better!
When I am having a hard time, I can talk to _________________.
Where is one place you would like to visit?
:)
When I am worried about something, I ______________.
True or False: It is easy to talk about trauma because it is in the past.
False
True or False
It is my fault that the trauma happened.
False
What is relaxation?
If I had a day completely free, I would ______________.
:)
True or False
Anger can sometimes mask other emotions like sadness, worry or guilt.
True