Emotions & Feelings
What is the term for how we feel inside, such as happy, sad, or angry?
Emotion
What is a coping skill?
Something you do to handle strong emotions or stress
What is stress?
The body’s response to pressure or challenges
What does it mean to have a mental health illness?
It means someone’s thoughts, feelings, or behaviors make daily life harder for a period of time
What is self-care?
Taking care of your body and mind
What’s the difference between an emotion and a mood?
An emotion is a strong feeling that happens because of something specific (like anger or joy), while a mood lasts longer and might not have a clear cause.
Name one healthy coping strategy.
music, journaling, walking, drawing, talking to someone
True or False: All stress is bad.
False — small amounts can help motivate you
True or False: People struggling with their mental health should go to the doctor just like they would if they were sick with a physical sickness (like throwing up, sore throat, fevers, etc).
True
Name one physical self-care activity.
Sleeping, eating well, exercising, drinking water
What can happen to your body when you feel nervous or scared?
Your heart beats faster, stomach hurts, you sweat, etc.
Why is it important to use different coping skills for different situations instead of always using the same one?
Because not every coping skill works for every problem — some situations need calm strategies, others need action or support from others. (ex. drawing)
Name one sign that someone might be stressed.
irritability, headaches, trouble sleeping, stomachaches
What is depression?
A mental health illness that causes ongoing sadness, tiredness, or loss of interest in things
Name one emotional self-care activity.
Talking to someone, journaling, relaxing
What is it called when you can understand how someone else feels?
Empathy
What’s one coping skill you can use at school when feeling overwhelmed?
deep breathing, asking to take a break, talking to a counselor or trusted adult, practicing mindfulness strategies we learn in our circles.
What’s one way to calm down when you feel anxious?
feel anxious?Deep breathing, counting, positive self-talk, etc.
What is anxiety disorder?
When worry or fear becomes so strong it makes it hard to function normally
How many hours of sleep should middle schoolers get each night?
8–10 hours
What’s one healthy way to express anger instead of yelling?
deep breathing, talking it out, writing, exercise, etc.
What is mindfulness?
Paying attention to the present moment without judgment
What’s the difference between stress and anxiety?
Stress is a reaction to a specific event; anxiety is ongoing worry or fear
What number should you call or text if you are having a mental health crisis?
988
Why is balance important for mental health?
Too much focus on one area can cause burnout or stress