Coping Skills
Name one healthy coping skill for when you are experiencing stress.
Deep breathing, listening to music, walking away, grounding, etc.
muscle tension, teeth clenched, sweating, heart racing, stomach ache
What are 3 common symptoms related to depression?
Persistent sadness, loss of interest, sleeping too much or too little, eating too much or too little, feelings of worthlessness and hopelessness, irritability or anger.
What is an example of a medication side-effect.
weight gain, dry mouth, dizziness, difficulty sleeping, lethargy, etc.
This staff member was put in the same holding cell at the Bath County Jail as Jeffery Dahmer.
Nicole
Name one coping skill that you can use to help go to bed.
keep consistent bedtime, nighttime meditations, self-care, reduce stimulating activities, calming routine, etc.
A person starts sleeping only a few hours, has racing thoughts, and has become unusually energetic. What symptoms might these be warning signs of?
Mania or HypoMania.
What condition involves periods of depression and episodes of mania or hypomania.
Bipolar Disorder.
What kind of provider can prescribe psychiatric medication?
Psychiatrist, Nurse Practitioner, Physicians Assistant, etc.
This Tal staff member was first arrested at the age of 13 for a "Curfew Violation" on St. Patricks day.
Becky
What is an example of a mindfulness coping skill?
grounding, 5,4,3,2,1 senses, mindfulness meditation, body scan, etc.
Someone in recovery begins isolating, missing appointments, neglecting hygiene, and skipping medications after a stressful event. Why might these changes matter?
Signaling relapse, worsening symptoms, increased stress.
What condition involves hallucinations and delusions along with disorganized thinking.
Schizophrenia.
What class of medications may a person with Bipolar Disorder take?
Mood-stabilizers
This Tal staff member got stuck on the roof of a middle school while tripping on acid.
Stella
What is a protective factor?
something that helps reduce vulnerability or supports stability in recovery. Brings you further away from what you no longer want in life.
What is a hallucination?
What is it called when a person has a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder.
Dual-Diagnosis or Co-occuring disorders.
What is an example of an antidepressant?
Lexapro, Clonidine, Zoloft, Wellbutrin, Prozac, etc.
This Tal staff member got arrested for a DUI from their couch.
Shelly
Why is it helpful to identify triggers before they happen?
to be prepared and plan instead of reacting automatically.
What is a delusion?
a strongly held belief that is not shared with others and persists despite evidence against
What is the difference between Schizophrenia and Psychosis.
Psychosis is an aspect of schizophrenia involving hallucinations and delusions.
What does IMR stand for?
Illness Management and Recovery.
This Tal Staff member was on the run from the FBI for over 2 years.
Dana