Emotions
What are some symptoms of depression?
Eating too much or too little, sleeping too much or too little, loss of interest in activities, isolating, negative thoughts, etc.
What are two ways to show someone you are interested in what they are saying?
True or False: All of our thoughts are true
False
True or False: Vaping is safe.
False. E-cigarettes often contain nicotine and other harmful chemicals
Which counselor has a pet rat?
Ms. Megan
Name some coping skills to help manage feelings of depression and sadness.
Listening to music, talking with a friend or trusted person, exercise, meditation, eating healthy, staying hydrated, etc.
True or False: Asking someone if they are thinking about harming themself will cause them to think about it and follow through.
False!
True or False: Our thoughts can effect our feelings and actions
TRUE
What is the legal drinking age in all 50 U.S. states?
21
Who has lived in St. Augustine the longest?
Ms. Bridgette
What are some symptoms of anxiety?
Overthinking, worrying, physical pains, rapid heart beat, shortness of breath, shaking, issues controlling anger, avoidance, etc.
What are the do's and don't of winning?
Do not brag or tease.
Congratulate the winner and say, "Good game."
Give a high five
Express appreciation for playing
_____________ happens when people assume they know what someone else is thinking. For example, someone might see a stranger’s unpleasant expression and automatically assume they are thinking something negative about them
A: Mind reading
B. Catastrophizing
C. Disqualifying the positive
A: Mind Reading
Name three negative consequences of underage drinking or drug use.
Impaired judgment, addiction, health problems, poor academic performance, legal trouble, strained relationships, legal problems, etc.
Which counselor is from New Jersey?
Ms. Megan
True or False: Anger is a secondary emotion (there are always underlying emotions)
True!
Feeling the emotions of others; putting yourself in someone else's shoes
___________, also known as “black and white thinking,” is the inability to see shades of gray. Everything is viewed in terms of extremes.
A: Catastrophizing
B: Should Statements
C: All-or-Nothing Thinking
C: All-or-Nothing Thinking
True or False: If you feel like you really need it, you can take someone else's prescription medication.
False.
Which counselor has five sons?
Ms. Anna
How can talking about a hard time be helpful? Give two reasons.
Process what's going on (share, figure out what's bothering you, develop plan).
Make connections with others.
Feel better.
Don't feel alone.
Feel cared for.
What is the difference between assertive, aggressive, and passive communication?
Aggressive communication: only care about your needs.
Passive: Only care about others' needs.
Assertive: Care about both your and another's needs
Change this unhelpful thought:
“I failed the test so I will fail school and never get a job.”
"I can try harder the next time."
"Failing one test does not mean I have failed all of school."
Name three reasons why some teens use substances and three reasons why some don’t.
Stress, experimenting, curious, peer pressure, for fun…
Heard some side effects and risks, pregnant, no access, other things they want to do, religion, etc.
Which counselor has the worst eyesight?
Ms. Bridgette