Cognitive Skills Jeopardy

Problem-Solving

100

Identify and define the problem

What is the first step in solving a problem?

200

Generating multiple solutions without judgment.

What is brainstorming

300

True or False: It’s better to act on the first solution that comes to mind.

False.

400

Is it realistic? Will it solve the problem? What are the possible consequences?

Name three questions you can ask yourself when evaluating a solution.

500

Scenario: You and a friend have a disagreement about plans. What are three steps you could take to resolve the conflict?

• Communicate feelings, listen to the other person, find a compromise.

Emotional Regulation

100

 Being present and aware of the moment without judgment.

What is mindfulness?

200

Name one breathing technique to help regulate emotions.

What is Deep breathing or 4-7-8 breathing.

300

True or False: Suppressing emotions is a healthy way to deal with stress.

 False.

400

Three physical signs that you might be feeling angry or anxious.

What is Increased heart rate, tense muscles, sweating.

500

• Scenario: You feel overwhelmed at work. Name two coping strategies you could use to manage your emotions.
  
  

What is Take a break, use positive self-talk, or ask for help.

Decision-Making

100

 A list of positives and negatives to evaluate a decision.

What is a pro-con list?

200

True or False: All decisions should be made quickly to avoid overthinking.

 False.

300

 Thinking about the potential outcomes of a decision.

What does "weighing the consequences" mean?

400

Name two things that can affect decision-making in a negative way.

 What is Stress, peer pressure, lack of information.

500

• Scenario: You have to decide between two jobs. What are three steps you can take to make the best choice?
  
  

What is Gather information about both jobs, list pros and cons, and consider long-term goals.

Coping Skills

100

 A strategy used to manage stress or difficult emotions.

What is a coping skill?

200

 Exercise, journaling, talking to a friend

what is  a healthy healthy coping skill.

300

True or False: Coping skills are the same for everyone.
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Answer: False

400

 Healthy skills improve well-being; unhealthy skills can cause harm or worsen problems.

What is the difference between healthy and unhealthy coping skills?

500

•  Scenario: You are feeling lonely. Name three healthy coping strategies you could use.
  
  

 What is Call a friend, join a social group, practice self-care.

Self-Awareness

100

 Understanding your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

What is self-awareness?

200

 Journaling, mindfulness, or seeking feedback.

What is one way to increase self-awareness.

300

True or False: Self-awareness can help improve relationships.

 True.

400

 Something that causes an emotional or behavioral response.

What is a trigger?

500

• Scenario: You notice you always get upset when someone interrupts you. What can you do to become more self-aware of your reaction?
  
  

What is  Reflect on why it bothers you, identify the feeling it triggers, and practice responding calmly.