Coping Skills
Lets be real..
(Myth or Fact)
Starting Steps
Practicing Regulation
What to do with emotions?
100

Activities or tactics you use when you're in a stressful situation

What is a coping skill

100

Mental Health Issues are rare

Myth. 1 in 4 adults over 18 have a mental health diagnosis. 1 in 6 children have a mental health diagnosis

100

What is the most common response to the question "How are you?" 

100

What is self-talk?

Self-talk is the internal monologue that people have with themselves throughout the day, which includes their conscious thoughts, beliefs, and biases

100

What can you do to regulate disappointment?

Adjust your expectations, reframe the situation, be compassionate with yourself

200

To put your thoughts down on paper

What is journaling

200

My sleep can be impacted by mental health

Fact. Sleep problems affect around 50-80% of those with mental health. 

200

The most common mental health issue is anxiety. What is anxiety? 

200

Why is mindfulness helpful?

Mindfulness helps us “live in the moment” by paying attention to what is inside us.

200

What can you do to regulate anger?

Deep breathing, exercise, imagine a peaceful scene

300

To use your creativity to paint, draw, or write

What is art

300

Medications for mental illnesses are addictive and prevents appropriate feelings

Myth. There are many medications do not cause an addictive feeling and will not prevent you from feeling appropriate feelings or sadness. 

300

What steps can you take to control your mental health? 

Therapy, medication, support groups, learning self-care

300

Who can I call in an emotional crisis?

Sponsor, friend or family member, New Vista 24 hour help line (1-800-928-8000)

300

What can you do to regulate anxiety?

Journal, deep breathing, talk with a close support, take a walk

400

What coping skills can be used to reduce stress? Name three.

- meditation

- talking with someone

- breathing exercises

- exercise

- mindfulness

- yoga

400

Mental Illness cannot be seen at first sight

Fact. Some people can hide their mental illness and cope with it better than others. The best way to discover a mental illness is to have open discussions surrounding the topic and reduce the stigma. 

400

What are three words to start a conversation surrounding mental health? 

"Can we talk?"

400

What is emotional regulation?

Emotional regulation is the ability to recognize, manage, and respond to your emotions.

400

What are other emotions that can be difficult to regulate?

Fear, distance, critical, confusion

500

Is mindfulness a coping skill? Yes or No?

Yes, it is a coping skill!

Mindfulness is when you center yourself in the present moment. It can be done through meditation, relaxation exercises, or just simply slowing down and taking notice of things that are currently around you.

500

2 in 5 adults experience anxiety and 2 in 5 adults experience depression

Fact. At least 40 million adults experience anxiety and 40 million adults experience depression in the United States 

500

What are the five signs of emotional suffering?

Personality changes

Withdrawal or isolation

Poor self-care

Hopelessness

Not feeling themselves

500

What is an emotional trigger?

An emotional trigger is an event, experience, or memory that causes a strong emotional reaction, regardless of your current mood.

500

How do you regulate your most difficult emotions?

Free Space!