Healthy and unhealthy coping skills
Name three examples of healthy coping skills
Journaling, listening to music, taking a walk, deep breathing, meditation, talking to someone , writing, painting, or listening to music.
What is one benefit of using healthy coping skills?
feeling more relaxed, having a clear mind, creating healthy relationships, get to think about response to a situation, etc.
True or False:
Reacting quickly to my anger will not get me any consequences
False
Reacting quickly to anger often results in hurting yourself or others
These are coping skills you can use while you are on your bed or in your room.
What are deep breathing, talk to someone, 5-4-3-2-1, or journal.
What is an example of using opposite action as a coping skill?
Funny videos, uplifting music, affirmations, etc.
Name three unhealthy coping skills
Throwing things, yelling at others, harming yourself or others, not eating enough or eating too much, substance abuse/use, yelling at others, or damaging property.
When does a healthy coping skill become unhealthy?
When it is done excessively and in a unhealthy way.
True or False:
All coping skills are healthy coping skills.
False
This is an example of a coping skill I could use while at job
breathing, fidget, drawing, break, etc.
Distraction is a category of coping skills.
Name an example of a coping skill that can distract you
puzzles, books, video games, movie, crossword puzzles, sewing, etc.
How do unhealthy coping skills affect us?
They can hurt us, can hurt others, can cause more problems, etc.
When I feel worried I can
a.) draw my worry
b.) yell at someone nearby
c.) journal
d.) (a) and (c)
D. a and c
True or False:
What helps one person cope with stress may not necessarily help me.
True
What are some possible consequences of using unhealthy coping skills?
illnesses, hurting self or others, loss of relationships, etc.
What is an example of how you could use a self-soothing coping skills?
*Must use senses*- stress balls, music, happy pictures, gum, candles, bath, etc.
Some anger coping skills are
a.) walk away
b. take a deep breath
c.) talk about it
d.) all of the above
d.) all the above
Why are coping skills important to our well being?
create a sense of calmness, confidence, inner peace, and help us reduce stress.
True or False:
Coping skills are used to avoid our problems
False
True or False:
You only need one coping skill.
false.
What is an example of an emotional awareness coping skills?
Journaling, art, charting emotions
What are some of the coping skills you are currently using?
Examples: Exercise, journaling, painting, walking, music, reading, deep breathing, meditation, etc.
What is a mindfulness practice that can help you calm your body and mind?
What is deep breathing, meditation, grounding exercise, yoga, etc.
True or False:
Coping skills are not important to your well-being.
false
True or False:
Coping skills are only needed when you are struggling with negative emotions.
false
What is my coping skill called that lists contact information of supports and resources I can use when my normal coping skills aren't enough?
Crisis Plan/Safety Plan