Definitions
What is a coping skill ?
Coping skills are things you can do to help yourself feel better when you are upset, stressed, worried, or angry.
Name 3 Healthy Coping Skills
Reading
Journaling
Listening to Music
Exercising
Meditation
Coping skills should be used to avoid problems in our lives
FALSE !!
Healthy coping skills help us work through our problems in healthy ways.
TRUE OR FALSE
Ignoring your emotions will make them go away.
FALSE !!
What emotions are in INSIDE OUT ?
Joy
Sadness
Anger
Disgust
Fear
Define "healthy coping skills"
Coping skills that are not harmful to you or others.
Name 3 Unhealthy Coping Skills
Harming others or yourself
Substance abuse
Avoiding help/denying that you need help
Bottling up feelings
Procrastination
FALSE !!
All coping skills are learned throughout our entire lives.
TRUE OR FALSE
People who ask for help are weak and incapable of handling their own problems
FALSE!!
We all need help and support at some point. Asking to help is brave and a sign of strength.
How old is Cristiano Ronaldo?
41
Define "unhealthy coping skills"
Coping skills that are harmful to you or others.
What is a relaxing coping skill you can use when you feel stressed?
Taking deep breaths or sitting quietly can help your body calm down.
Different kinds of coping skills work for different kinds of people.
TRUE !!
We all come from different backgrounds and have different ways of dealing with our emotions.
TRUE OR FALSE
Healthy coping skills work instantly and don't require practice.
FALSE !!
Coping skills can take time and hard work to be effective.
What is the most popular sport in the world ?
Soccer (Futbol)
Which of the coping skills below are unhealthy?
A)Taking a walk B)Destroying property C)Exercising D)Talking to a trusted friend or adult
B)Destroying property
Who can you talk to when you feel upset?
You can talk to a trusted adult, teacher, or friend.
Unhealthy coping skills are still coping skills.
TRUE !!
It is important to separate what is healthy from what isn't to make sure we are making the most use of healthy coping skills.
A coping skill is healthy only if it helps you feel better right away
FALSE
Sometimes coping skills require practice and consistency
What is the capitol of the United States ?
Washington D.C.
What are coping skills used for?
1. Manage Stress
2. Regulate Emotions
3. Overcome Challenges
What do we do if a peers discloses using self harm as a coping skill?
Take it seriously
Listen without shaming
Tell a trusted adult right away (teacher, counselor, parent)
We can get better at coping skills if we practice.
TRUE !!
With time and practice, we will always see improvement, even if it doesn't seem like much. Progress > Perfection.
TRUE OR FALSE
Coping skills are a one-size fits all solution.
FALSE !!
Coping skills are unique to everyone.
What animal are dolphins closely related to ?
Whales