Thoughts and Emotions
This is the term for negative thoughts that make us doubt ourselves and lower confidence.
What is self-doubt or negative self-talk?
If you think, “I’m going to fail,” you feel anxious. If you feel anxious, you avoid studying. What is this an example of?
Thought-Emotion-Behavior Cycle
What is a common school-related stressor for teenagers.
Homework, attendance, exams, peer pressure, etc
Taking deep breaths, listening to music, and going for a walk are examples of what?
Healthy coping strategies
This hormone is released when we feel stressed, triggering the "fight or flight" response.
Cortisol
Name one way to break a negative Thought-Emotion-Behavior Cycle.
Positive self-talk, reframing negative thoughts, or practicing mindfulness, etc
Name two physical symptoms that stress can cause.
headaches, fatigue, trouble sleeping, muscle tension, or rapid heartbeat, etc
Name one coping strategy that involves writing down emotions and thoughts.
Journaling and Gratitude journaling
Name one way positive thinking can change emotions and behavior.
Reduce stress, improve self-confidence, increase motivation, etc
True or False: Changing your thoughts can change your emotions and actions.
True
Name one example of positive stress
Preparing for a competition, studying for an exam, or performing in a play
True or False: Avoiding problems is a healthy coping strategy.
False
What is the term for when a person constantly expects the worst outcome in a situation?
Catastrophizing
What psychological strategy involves identifying and replacing negative thoughts with more positive ones?
Cognitive reframing or Cognitive restructuring?
What type of stress occurs over a long period of time and can negatively impact mental and physical health?
Chronic Stress
What is a healthy coping strategy that can help replace negative self-talk with encouraging or positive statements?