Effective/Ineffective Coping Skills
Moving around and doing some exercise
What is effective
Doing a coping skill will make you feel better right away all the time.
What is false
You are watching a movie but the movie doesn't play properly so you go and do something else instead of waiting for it
Yes, be flexible and find other things to do!
Asking for help
What is effective
Sharing your feelings with someone you trust
What is effective
Throwing something away because you can't play with it right now
That is not a good way to cope.
Name a coping skill and how it makes you feel better
It makes me feel better because...
Screaming that you don't like what's on your plate
What is ineffective
Telling people that are concerned about you to go away
What is ineffective
You are embarrassed about something you did, you ask for sometime alone, is this an appropriate thing to ask for?
Yes, sometime alone can help you re-adjust.
Crossing your arms and refusing to make eye contact
What is ineffective
Calling somebody a name when they say something mean to you
What is ineffective
You asked someone to go and get you something, but they grabbed the wrong thing, you say it's okay and go get it yourself, is this the right thing to do?
Yes, other people can make mistakes and may not be doing it on purpose.
What could you do if you are frustrated with your toys?
What are...
Asking for a break and then dancing at a safe place.
What is effective
Ignoring other people is a good way to cope
What is false
Someone asked you to play a game with them but you want to play something else, so you ask them to play that with you instead. Is this the right way to express yourself?
Yes, sharing your thoughts and feelings with others is good.
When is a good time to ask for a break and why?
What is...