Understanding Emotions
Coping with Anxiety
Managing Frustration
Healthy Habits
Scenarios & Solutions
100

What is an emotion?

A feeling like happiness, sadness, anger, or fear.

100

What is one way to calm down when feeling anxious?

Deep breathing, counting to 10, talking to someone, etc.

100

What is frustration?

A feeling of annoyance or anger when things don’t go as planned.

100

True or False – Exercising can help improve your mood.

True! Exercise releases endorphins, which make you feel happy

100

You feel nervous before a big test. What can you do?

Take deep breaths, study in advance, use positive self-talk, etc.

200

True or False – Emotions are bad and should be ignored.

False. Emotions help us understand ourselves and the world.

200

What is the “5-4-3-2-1” technique used for?

Grounding yourself by using your five senses

200

Name one way to handle frustration in a healthy way.

Taking deep breaths, walking away, talking to someone, etc.

200

How does sleep affect emotions?

Not getting enough sleep can make you more anxious, frustrated, or stressed.

200

Your friend is feeling frustrated because they lost a game. How can you help?

Encourage them, remind them it’s okay, help them focus on improvement.

300

What is one physical sign that someone is feeling frustrated?

Clenching fists, fast breathing, frowning, etc.

300

True or False – Avoiding things that make you anxious always makes the anxiety go away

False. Avoiding can make anxiety worse over time.

300

True or False – It’s okay to yell when you're frustrated because it's a normal feeling.

False. It’s okay to feel frustrated, but yelling can hurt others.

300

What is mindfulness?

Paying attention to the present moment without judgment.

300

You feel overwhelmed with homework and don’t know where to start. What should you do?

Make a to-do list, break tasks into small steps, take breaks, etc.

400

What hormone is released when we feel stressed or anxious?

Cortisol (the stress hormone)

400

What is one type of therapy that helps with anxiety?

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy, etc.

400

What is one way to prevent frustration before it happens?

Planning ahead, staying organized, practicing patience, etc.

400

Why is talking to a trusted friend or adult helpful when dealing with emotions?

They can offer support, advice, and help you feel heard.

400

Someone is being mean to you online, and it makes you anxious. What should you do?

Tell a trusted adult, block the person, don’t engage with them

500

What part of the brain is responsible for emotional reactions?

The amygdala

500

How does writing down your thoughts help with anxiety?

It helps process emotions and makes worries seem smaller.

500

How can practicing gratitude help with frustration?

It helps shift focus to positive things instead of what’s frustrating 

500

Name two foods that can boost mood and reduce stress.

Nuts, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, dark chocolate, etc

500

Your friend seems anxious all the time and won’t talk about it. What can you do?

Let them know you’re there for them and encourage them to talk to an adult.