Coping Skills
Name a positive quality about yourself ( each person from the group have to answer)
confidence, creative, honest caring, motivational
Saying “no “when you are overwhelmed is an example of setting these
What are boundaries?
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, you should call this number.
what is 911?
I’m key to talking things out right, I hope you speak without a fight. I use words, tone, and listen too. Without me, it’s hard to get through. What am I?
What is communication?
This " feel-good" neurotransmitter is linked to reward and motivation
what is dopamine?
Writing in this of noting what you’re thankful for is called a ____
What is a gratitude journal?
This form of self-care involves recognizing when you need professional help and seeking it.
What is group therapy;1:1 therapy; mental health support
This is a confidential hotline for people struggling with mental health or thoughts of suicide.
What is the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (988)?
what is alive and only has one foot?
what is a leg
Chronic stress increases the production of this hormone, which can contribute to anxiety.
what is Cortisol?
Engaging in this type of breathing can reduce stress.
What is deep breathing?
This practice involves saying positive things about yourself to improve self-esteem.
What is affirmations?
This is a short- term place people can go for safety and support when in crisis.
What is a crisis stabilization unit, behavioral health unit, or the ER.
you can see me in the water but I never get wet
A reflection
This neurotransmitter is responsible for regulating mood, sleep and appetite.
what is Serotonin?
This skill involves naming what you feel (like anger or sadness) without judgment.
What is emotional awareness?
Taking a digital break from this can help you feel more present and less overwhelmed.
what is social media?
This grounding technique helps calm you by using all five senses.
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 method?
This is white when its dirty
it is a blackboard
This Neurotransmitter is involved in both pain relief and pleasure. Its released during exercise.
What is endorphins? (primarily pain management)
This type of physical activity helps improve mood and anxiety.
What is exercise/movement?
Reflecting on your strengths and areas for growth is part of this self-care practice.
What is self-reflection?
making this kind of plan can help someone know what to do in a mental health emergency.
what are a safety plan?
What has wheels and flies but is not an aircraft?
What is a Garbage Truck?
This lobe of the brain is responsible for decision making and impulse control?
what is the frontal lobe?
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