Coping Skills
Name one healthy coping skill you can use when you're feeling stressed.
Deep breathing, walking, listening to music, journaling, talking to someone, drawing, exercising.
Name one quality of a healthy friendship.
What is a boundary?
A limit you set to protect your physical, emotional, or mental well-being.
What is the difference between a thought and a fact?
A thought is something you believe or think. A fact is something that can be proven true with evidence.
How many days are in a leap year?
366
True or False: Avoiding your feelings forever is a healthy coping skill.
False
True or False: It's okay for someone to pressure you into doing something you don't want to do if they're your friend.
false
True or False: It's okay to say "No" even if someone gets upset.
True
Thought or Fact?
"Nobody likes me."
Thought. Unless there is evidence that every single person dislikes you, this is a thought or belief—not a fact.
What is the largest planet in our solar system?
Jupiter
Name two physical signs that your body is getting angry or anxious.
What should you do if a friend keeps crossing your boundaries after you've asked them to stop?
Give one example of a healthy boundary at day treatment.
Thought or Fact?
"I failed one math test, so I'll never be good at math."
Thought. This is an example of jumping to conclusions. One test does not determine your future ability.
What animal is known as the "King of the Jungle"?
The lion
What does the "S" stand for in the STOP coping skill?
Stop
(Bonus: T = Take a breath, O = Observe, P = Proceed thoughtfully.)
Name one red flag in a relationship.
Someone asks you to keep a secret that could hurt someone. What should you do?
Tell a trusted adult or staff member.
A friend walks past you in the hallway and doesn't say hello. You think, "They're mad at me." Is that a thought or a fact?
Thought. There could be many other explanations. They may not have seen you, they could be distracted, or they may be having a difficult day.
Which ocean is the largest?
Pacific Ocean
You and your best friend get into an argument, and you're furious. Name two healthy things you could do before responding.
What is one way you can support a friend who is struggling without trying to "fix" all of their problems?
Why do treatment programs have rules about boundaries?
To help keep everyone safe, focused on treatment, and respectful of one another.
Read this statement:
"I made a mistake today, so I'm a failure."
Is this a thought or a fact? How could you reframe it into a more balanced thought?
Thought.
Balanced thoughts:
What is the only mammal that can truly fly?
A Bat