Being A Teen in a Modern World
What is one problem you have found with social media?
social comparison, increased depression/anxiety, FOMO, addiction
What is it called when you do the opposite of how you feel?
opposite action
"Be nice and respectful. Avoid attacks (verbal or physical), threats, and manipulation. Avoid harassment of any kind." What part of the GIVE skill does this statement exemplify?
G - Be Gentle
Distress Tolerance Skills are meant to help us survive crisis, but they need to be practiced _______ a crisis occurs.
before
What is the powerhouse of the cell???
MITOCHONDRIA
What kinds of issues are associated with vaping?
lung issues, cardiovascular issues, addiction to nicotine, nicotine disrupts sleep and increases anxiety and depression
What does the STOP skill stand for?
S - stop and think, T - take a step back, O - observe, P - proceed mindfully
Interpersonal effective skills are not naturally attained, they need to be ________. In other words, we are not born with interpersonal effectiveness skills, what has to happen?
learned, acquired, understood
What does TIPP stand for?
Temperature, Intense exercise, Paced breathing, Progressive muscle relaxation
What does "WWW" stand for in a web address?
world wide web
True or False. THC use is just as bad when you're an adult as when you are a teenager.
FALSE. Your brain is still developing as a teenager. THC use disrupts the prefrontal cortex development, leading to lifelong memory issues, decision-making issues, and problem solving.
What does ABC stand for in the ABC PLEASE skill?
Accumulate positive emotions, build mastery, cope ahead
"Show that you understand the other person’s feelings and thoughts about the situation. See the world from the other person’s point of view, and then say or act on what you see. “I realize this is hard for you, and “I see that you are busy." What part of the GIVE skill does this exemplify?
V - Validate
What does the "P" in the ACCEPTS skill stand for?
Pushing Away
What is the original color of the statue of liberty?
copper (reddish/brown)
The illusion of invulnerability, or the belief that one is less susceptible to negative outcomes than others, is a common phenomenon in adolescence. Give me one example of the illusion of invulnerability.
reckless driving, reckless sexual behaviors, anything that embodies "it would happen to others, not to me"
What kind of mind is the combination of logical and emotional mind?
WISE MIND
In DBT, there are three types of boundaries: physical, emotional, and psychological. What are emotional boundaries?
Emotional boundaries refers to whether or not (or how much) you let other people affect you emotionally, including whether or not you let other people manipulate your emotions (e.g. making you feel happy or guilty)
What does IMPROVE stand for?
imagery, meaning, prayer, relaxation, one thing in the moment, vacation, encouragement
What year did WWII end?
1945
This is a psychological phenomenon where people tend to overestimate how much others notice and judge their actions and appearance. This happens mostly when you are a teenager, but can happen as an adult too. It is as if you feel like there is a "spotlight" on you when you are around others.
the "spotlight" effect
Ken had an interview coming up for a job. Ken reviewed his resume and the job description and listed the skills he had already mastered. He also researched the company and prepared a list of questions to ask about the company. He realized he would likely feel anxiety and thought about how he had faced tougher situations than this in the past. He imagined how he would calm himself so that he would do well in the interview. What coping skill was he using?
cope ahead
What does DEARMAN stand for?
Describe, Express, Assert, Reinforce, Mindful, Appear, Negotiate
This skill can be very helpful when you need to make a decision between two or more options. The objective when using this skill is for you to realize that accepting reality and tolerating distress leads to better outcomes versus rejecting reality and refusing to tolerate distress.
pros and cons
What is the smallest country in the world by land area?
Vatican City