Coping Skills
Why do we use coping skills
* Reduce Anxiety
* Slow heartrate down
* In response to Fight, Flight, Freeze response
True or False: Your brain shuts down during sleep
False.
The brain is actually very active during sleep, almost as active as when you are awake at some points. It is believed that this is why sleep is so important for thinking, memory, and emotional regulation. Sleep on it!
Who is a safe adult you can tell if you are being bullied?
Scenario: You are working on a group project and one member is not completing their portion. You have repeatedly had to finish their work. Give a full I-statement
I feel (feeling word) when you (action that you don't like) because (specific reason why you don't like it).
Next time, I need (what you need the person to do next time).
Name 3 coping skills
Various answers ex: Deep Breathing, 5 Senses, PMR
What is one thing you can do to improve your sleep?
Refer to Sleep Hygiene Skills Handout
What is bullying?
Bullying is when a person purposefully hurts others with words or actions.
Is this an example of a rigid boundary or a porous boundary: Not making friends to avoid rejection.
Rigid
What is progressive muscle relaxation?
Tensing and releasing our muscles to promote relaxation.
How many hours of sleep do you need at your age?
9-11 hours
What are two ways you can deal with a bully?
1. Tell an adult
2. Don't show your feelings
3. Avoid the bully
4. Act Confident
5. Respond neutrally
What are personal boundaries?
The limits and rules we set for ourselves within relationships.
What are the 5 senses we focus on during 5 senses grounding?
1. Vision
2. Hearing
3. Smell
4. Touch
5. Taste
What is one myth about sleep?
What are 3 types of bullying?
*Physical
*Verbal
*Social
*Cyber
What’s an example of a situation that you might need to use an I-statement?
Personalized response.
Name one coping skill that can be used at school and when you can use it
Ex:
* Deep Breathing in class
* Ask to step outside to talk a walk
* Grounding on way to school
What does sleep hygiene mean?
Sleep habits that help you have a good nights sleep.
What are the 6 steps of saying “no” assertively?
1. Look at the person
2. Use a clear, firm voice tone.
3. Say "no, I don't want..."
4. Request that the person leave you alone.
5. Remain calm but serious.
6. Possibly remove yourself from the situation.
What do you need to keep in mind about how you use an I-statement?
Use a soft and even tone.