Definitions
Define the term leisure.
Free time and activities you choose to engage in for fun.
Give 3 examples of social recreation activities.
Some possible examples could be:
karaoke, camping, bingo, support groups, concerts, board games, community events, volunteering, hanging out with friends
volunteering, community outings, karaoke, bingo, camping, support groups, board games, puzzles
What is writing your thoughts down on paper called?
Journalling
True or false: Only certain people are born creative.
False - everyone has the ability to be creative. Creativity can include art activities, problem solving, building, inventing, and more
Define mindfulness.
The mental state of focusing your awareness on the present moment (your senses), and acknowledging and accepting your feelings and thoughts about it non-judgmentally.
Give 3 examples of emotional recreation activities.
Some examples are:
dancing, journaling, writing, singing, playing an instrument, drawing, baking, cooking, gardening, self-care
What are 2 benefits of interacting with other people.
Some examples are: social support, building friendships, lessen feelings of loneliness, learn something new, have fun
Are Recreation Therapists also music and art therapists?
No! Recreation Therapists do not have specialized training in music and art
True or False
Recreation is freely chosen, the choice of activity you engage in is up to you.
True
Define individual leisure.
Leisure activities you can do by yourself such as yoga, meditation, reading, writing, video games, listening to music, puzzles.
Give 3 examples of physical recreation activities.
Possible answers could be:
fishing, rock climbing, walking, weight lifting, team sports, dancing, surfing, biking, bowling, skiing, swimming
What is the effect that engaging in recreation has on stress?
It reduces stress
What is one way you can use the skills learned in Recreation Therapy groups after you exit the program?
Some examples are: New coping skills, working well with others, decrease anxiety/depression, confidence accessing community resources, get along better with others, use a new exercise routine, try new activities
List at least 3 recreation activities that start with the letter "S".
swimming, skateboarding, sailing, socializing, sewing, skiing, scrapbooking, soapmaking, soccer, stand-up comedy, surfing, singing
Define social well-being.
Social well-being is the ability to form and maintain positive relationships with others. It involves having a sense of belonging and support
Give 3 examples of cognitive recreation activities.
Some possible answers could be:
reading, writing, academics, board games, word games, puzzles
Recreation and leisure activities can improve a person's ____-____ coordination.
Hand-eye
What are 2 ways you can learn about new leisure activities?
Ask a Recreation Therapist, ask other staff, ask trusted family and friends, do some research on the internet
True or false: Someone who uses a wheelchair cannot play basketball in their chair.
False - wheelchair basketball is an up and coming adapted sport, anyone can play!
A mental state in which a person is completely focused on and engaged in a task or activity.
Give 3 examples of spiritual recreation activities.
Some examples are:
meditation, mindfulness, connecting to nature, prayers/prayer group, attending church
How does engaging in recreation affect anxiety and depression?
It reduces anxiety and depression
What activity is similar to yoga, and refers to the philosophy of yin and yang? It has multiple health benefits related to movement.
Tai Chi
What are the 5 domains of health that were shown in the presentation? (Hint: SPECS)
Social, Physical, Emotional, Cognitive, Spiritual