Anxiety
1 in ___ teens between 13 and 18 will be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder
1 in 3
Distraction is a healthy coping skill
Sometimes! In moderation distraction can help us take space away from what is bothering us
Reframe this thought:
"I'll never catch up on school work"
"If I try to focus, I can get through this"
"I can do a little at a time until I catch up"
All anxiety is bad
Myth--mild anxiety (worrying) can actually keep us safe or motivate us to get something done, like schoolwork
How many eyelids do dogs have?
3
Name three symptoms of anxiety
Recurring fears and worries about routine parts of every day life
Changes in behavior, such as irritability
Avoiding activities, school, or social interactions
Dropping grades or school avoidance
Trouble sleeping or concentrating
Substance use or other risky behaviors
Chronic physical complaints, such as fatigue, headaches, or stomachaches.
Name three unhealthy coping skills
+200
Reframe this thought:
"It's too hard, I can't do it"
"Maybe I need to ask for help"
Give your own example
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a form of anxiety
Fact
What is a group of crows called
A Murder!
Name 4 things that can help reduce anxiety
Deep breathing
going for a walk
going to therapy
writing/journaling
drinking cold water
calming music
weighted blankets
reducing caffeine
Getting plenty of rest
Daily Double!!!
Name 3 healthy coping skills you ACTUALLY use!
Surprise
+300!
Depression is something you can just snap out of
Myth.
We all get sad sometimes, but depression is a diagnosable disorder that requires intervention.
What is the worlds deadliest animal
The misquito--
According to the World Health Organization, 725,000 people are killed each year from mosquito-borne diseases, such as Malaria, dengue fever and yellow fever.
What is 5 finger breathing?
5 things you can see
4 things you can feel
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste
Controlling the way you eat is a healthy coping skill
False! Using controlled eating as a coping skill can lead to disordered eating.
Instead try eating a balanced diet
How does reframing thoughts help us?
Reframing negative thoughts helps you look at a situation in a more positive light!
Bummer
-400 :(
What are the only mammals that can fly?
Bats
Name 5 things that are in your control and 5 things that are out of your control
You example
+500 only for 10 things!
Name 10 healthy coping skills the group might use
1-10
What is a negative thought you had today?
Reframe it for 500
You only need to take care of your mental health if you have a mental health condition
Myth. Everyone needs to take care of their mental health
What color is a polar bear's skin?
Black