Self Care
True or False
Taking a mental health day is good for you.
What is
True
What is a coping skill?
strategies and behaviors people use to manage stress, challenging situations, and uncomfortable emotions. These skills help individuals adapt, problem-solve, and find healthy ways to deal with difficulties. Developing a variety of coping skills can improve resilience and overall well-being.
What can you do when you felling sad?
What is
hobbies, going outside, etc.
If your friend high-fives you when you walk into class, you might feel ___________.
happy
True or false
According to research getting 7-9 hours of sleep is recommended for maintaining good mental health.
What is
True
Who can you call for immediate help?
What is
a trusted adult / 811
These are coping skills you can use while you are in your room.
deep breathing, talking on the phone, journal, drawing, and sleeping
What is something you can do if your friend is feeling down?
Talk with them/comfort them, ask if they need help.
If your friend invites you to their birthday party at the trampoline park, you might feel _________.
excited
True or false
According to studies, exercise is good for your body and mental health.
What is
True
List 3 or more reasons why self care is important.
Reduce stress, enhance our emotional well being, and build resilience
True or False:
Coping skills are used to avoid our problems
False
Coping skills are used to address current emotions and can benefit in addressing the problems.
Your friend is down, you:
A. Laugh at them
B. Punch them and say get over it
C. Take them to mustang station
D. Talk with them
What is
C or D
If you can't go to your friend's birthday party because you caught the flu, you might feel _____________.
disappointed
True or false
Taking a mental health day off is something you should do every day.
What is
False
A mental health day should be used when you really need it, not every day.
Why is self care so important?
Your self care connects with your physical health and help build healthier connections
what is a stressor?
anything that causes someone to be in a state of tension; people, places and things
This mental health professional can provide help and support for those struggling with mental health problems.
Answer: what is a therapist or counselor
If your sister comes into your room uninvited and won't leave when you ask her to, you might feel __________.
annoyed, angry
1/8 out of people worldwide who experience some form of mental health condition during their lifetime.
What is
false it's 1/4 not 1/8
What are some strategies that you can do to calm down?
What is
The 5,4,3,2,1 method
Box-Breathing
What should YOU do if you feel yourself becoming triggered?
**varies** exercise, walks, biking, and going to the gym
This is a way of not overcommitting yourself in order to protect your mental well-being.
What is
Setting boundaries/setting limits.
You walk into class and hear your teacher announce a surprise spelling test that you haven't studied for. You might feel __________.
worried/scared/anxious/disappointed
Meditation and mindfulness practices have been shown to improve mental well being my reducing this.
What is
Stress