Winter Wonderland
When you’ve been studying a long time, your brain needs regular…
Breaks
Your friend looks tired and quiet today. WWYD?
Ask, “You okay?”
Give one example of a healthy coping skill
Breathing exercises, journaling, talking to someone, walking, music, etc
This organ controls thoughts and feelings
The brain
What’s something you can do the night before a final to feel calmer?
Sleep early or review lightly.
A friend is angry and venting. WWYD?
Listen and let them talk without judging
What is one benefit of good sleep?
Better mood, memory, energy, etc
What word describes feeling nervous about something that hasn’t happened yet?
Anxiety
One sign you may be burned out during finals week
Exhaustion, irritability, or trouble focusing
Your friend hasn’t eaten all day because they’re overwhelmed. What can you remind them?
“Your body needs fuel” or something around needing to give your body energy
Drinking water and eating regular meals helps stabilize this
Mood or energy
Stress can cause this physical feeling
Headaches, tense muscles, stomach aches, or fast heartbeat
A healthy way to manage stress when days are shorter
Light exposure, movement, talking to someone
Someone is panicking before a test. What’s one thing you can do?
Help them breathe or validate their feelings
A healthy boundary is something you set to protect your…
Feelings, time, or energy
When you’re scared, the brain triggers this response
Fight, flight, or freeze
Seasonal Affective Disorder affects your mood because of less…
Sunlight
Your friend storms off in frustration. WWYD?
Give them space, then check in later
What is the recommended maximum amount of daily screen time for teens to support their mental health? (hours)
About 2–3 hours a day
Name one of the four brain chemicals that are related to feeling good
Dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, or oxytocin