HALT
What does the “H” in HALT stand for?
What is hungry?
True or false: The teen brain is still growing.
What is true?
Saying “no” while standing up for yourself is called this.
What is assertiveness?
A trigger is something that makes you feel like doing this.
What is using?
A recovery tool you can use when you need to calm down fast.
What is taking slow, deep breaths?
The “A” in HALT stands for this emotion.
What is angry?
This part of the brain helps with decision-making and is still developing in teens.
What is the prefrontal cortex?
A simple refusal skill that involves leaving the situation.
What is walking away?
One type of trigger can be a feeling. What’s an example?
What is stress, sadness, boredom, etc.?
This tool helps you stay on track by knowing what to do when things get hard.
What is a coping plan or safety plan?
Why is it helpful to use HALT?
What is to check in with yourself before things get worse?
Substances can make it harder to control these (name one).
What are emotions, impulses, or decisions?
A refusal skill where you suggest another activity instead.
What is offering an alternative?
A place that might trigger someone.
What is a hangout spot, party, or neighborhood?
A tool where you talk to someone you trust for support.
What is reaching out or using your support system?
How can you fix the “T” in HALT?
What is resting or getting more sleep?
Using substances can interfere with this ability that helps you focus in school.
What is attention or concentration?
This body language shows confidence when refusing.
What is eye contact or standing tall?
A trigger you can’t always avoid but can prepare for.
What is an emotion, family conflict, or stress?
This tool helps you stay present instead of getting stuck in thoughts or cravings.
What is grounding or mindfulness?
When you feel any HALT warning sign, what is one thing you can do?
What is ask for help, take a break, eat, talk to someone, etc.?
Why can substances affect teens more strongly than adults?
What is because the teen brain is still developing and more sensitive?
A refusal skill where you repeat your “no” calmly even if pressured.
What is the broken-record technique?
One healthy way to deal with a trigger.
What is talking to someone, grounding, breathing, leaving the situation, etc.?
A recovery tool that helps you think before acting and avoid impulsive choices.
What is using a pause, STOP skill, or taking a moment to reflect?