Coping Skills
Fact or Cap?
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Help a Friend Out!
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100

Name one positive coping skill that you’ve used before

Building a healthy support system, getting organized, Planning ahead, finding a new hobby, etc. 

100

Stress can be instantly resolved. 

Cap! 

100

Name 3 signs of depression in adults. 

Sadness, loss of interest in fun activities, irritable, isolation, anger, and trouble sleeping are some signs of depression. 

100

Yes or No: Are you helping a friend out if they come to talk to you and you don't have any advice to give them?

Yes! Your friend feels comfortable enough with you that they are able to share how they are feeling. Even if you don't have any advice for them, you're able to give them a listening ear. 

100

Name 3 of your positive qualities 

Smart, friendly, always looking to help someone 

200

Name a coping skill that can help you express your feelings 

Journaling, talking with someone you trust

200

Taking time for yourself each day is essential in coping with life's stressors. 

FACT
200
  • This disorder is characterized by depression and anxiety as well as flashbacks. It is common among victims of crimes and people in the military.  

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) 

200
TRUE or FALSE? If you find the right words to say, and you spend enough time with them, you can help your friend in ridding them of their mental health issue. 

FALSE. Mental health issues can be very complex. It is important that your friend seek assistance from a mental health professional. 

200

For you to believe and trust someone, what qualities must they have?

Loyal, honesty, kindness

300

Name 3 positive coping skills

Journaling, exercising, getting organized, etc
300

Most people with mental health issues receive assistance through services

CAP! 

Nearly 60% of adults with a mental illness do not receive services 

300

What are 3 signs of stress in adults? 

Headache, trouble sleeping, anxiety, chest pain, feeling overwhelmed, drug or alcohol misuse, angry outbursts, and lack of motivation or focus are all signs of stress. 
300

Name something you could do to help a friend who has a mental health issue. 

Be supportive and encouraging of them and remind them it is okay to seek help from a professional. You can help them by recognizing the signs and talking with them. 

300

What is your favorite animal and why? 

Any animal (: 

400

Name a negative coping skill that you'd like to let go of 

Avoiding the problem, distraction, "retail therapy," over or under eating, etc

400

More men are affected by depression than women

CAP! 

Women are nearly twice as likely as men to be diagnosed with depression. Depression can occur at any age.

400

What event is this describing? “Sweating, nausea, trembling, numbness in the legs or hands, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, hyperventilating, and tightness in the chest? 

This is describing an Anxiety or Panic Attack

400

TRUE or FALSE: If a friend or family member tells you they are going to harm themselves and makes you promise to keep it a secret, you should always respect their wishes. 

FALSE. If you are told that someone is going to harm themselves, it is important that you tell someone so that person can get help and remain safe. 

400

What kind of room has no windows or doors? 

A mushroom! 

500
Your WIFI is off! What are 3 healthy things you could do instead? 

Go for a walk, meditate, do yoga, spend time with friends or family, etc 

500

Around 1 in 5 children in the world have a mental health disorder 

FACT

1 in 5 children, either currently or at some point during their life, have had a seriously debilitating mental illness.


500

Isolation, irritability, and trouble sleeping are all signs of what? 

STRESS

500

Name 2 reasons someone might hesitate to seek help for their mental health issue 

They are afraid of being judged, lack of information, Pride (they could feel a loss of self-esteem if they seek help), they think they can't afford it 

500
What is your favorite thing to do on the weekend? 
Spend time with family, go outside