Coping Skills
Holistic Health
Leisure Education
Paying Attention in Rec?
How Well Do You Know Your RTs
100
Define Proactive Coping
Proactive coping refers to strategies individuals employ to anticipate, prevent, or minimize the impact of potential future stressors. It involves building resources and taking steps to manage challenges before they arise, rather than reacting to them after they occur. This approach fosters resilience and personal growth by reframing stressful situations as opportunities for improvement.
100
List one reason why it is important to take care of social wellbeing.
Taking care of social wellbeing is crucial for maintaining good mental health because strong social connections provide essential support, reduce stress, and foster a sense of belonging, all of which are vital for emotional well-being and resilience.
100
True of false: Abandoning leisure or lacking motivation to engage in leisure is an indicator of poor mental health.
TRUE!
100
What are the therapeutic benefits of physical activity?
(Try to get 2-3 benefits)
- Natural Mood Booster - Endorphins
- Enhanced Self-Esteem
- Improved Cognition
- Stress Reduction
- Healthy Coping Mechanism
100
What recreational therapist most commonly leads art interventions?
Katlin :)
200
Define healthy and unhealthy coping. Provide examples of each.
Healthy Coping: Strategies used to manage stress and difficult emotions in a constructive and positive way, promoting overall well-being.
Examples: Meditation, Mindfulness, Social Connection, Physical Activity, STOP, Wise Mind, etc.
Unhealthy Coping: Strategies used to manage difficult emotions or situations that provide temporary relief but ultimately cause more harm than good.
Examples: Substance Abuse, Avoidance, Self Harm, Denial, and Social Isolation
200
Each member of the group - List one mental health domain you would like to improve and a goal to reach that improvement.
Domains: Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Social, and Mental
Goals: Unique to you!
200
Define a leisure barrier.
Leisure barriers are obstacles that prevent individuals from participating in leisure activities. These barriers can be broadly categorized into personal, interpersonal, and structural factors.
200
Why is it important to have positive self talk?
(Try to have 2 reasons)
- Boosts Self Esteem and Confidence
- Can Reduce Stress and Anxiety
- Improve Mood
- Enhance Performance
200
What recreational therapist has a hobby of woodworking?
Ron :)
300
Why could stretching/yoga be considered a coping skill?
Stretching and yoga act as effective coping skills because they integrate physical movement with focused attention, which actively regulates the nervous system. They reduce stress hormones like cortisol and trigger the release of "feel-good" chemicals like endorphins.
300
Name one element of poor sleep hygiene that should be avoided right before bed.
Vigorous exercise, heavy meals, screen time, or caffeine?
300
True or False, there is such a thing a self-harming leisure.
True!
Leisure can be self-harming if it masks underlying distress or crosses into compulsive, destructive behaviors. While meant for rest and enjoyment, some activities can become physical or psychological harm when taken to an extreme.
300
What are the benefits of art therapy?
(Try to get 2-3 benefits)
- Stress Reduction
- Improved Self-Esteem
- Enhanced Emotional Processing
- Self Expression
- Flow State Coping
300
What recreational therapist used to live in colorado?
Sydney :)
400
What is one recreational therapy activity that has become a coping skill you've found beneficial? Why was it beneficial for you?
Depends on your experience. Check this with your instructor. :)
400
What is diaphragmatic (belly) breathing?
This type of deep breathing directs air to your stomach and helps calm the nervous system.
400
Name 4 benefits of leisure.
Options are endless!
Here's some ideas: Rest/Relaxation, Enhanced Social Connection/Social Skill Development, Improved Physical Health, Heightened Emotional Regulation/Tolerance, Improved Autonomy and Self Efficacy, etc.
400
What are the therapeutic benefits of humor?
(Try to get 2-3 benefits)
- Decreased Stress Hormones
- Decreased Blood Pressure
- Strengthen Immune System
- Decrease Pain Sensations
- Decreased Inflammation
- Can be used as a Coping Skill
400
True or False, Ron, Sydney, and Katlin have kids.
False! Ron has two kids. Sydney and Katlin have pets that they would consider children though. ;)
500
List 5 recreational activities that could be considered coping skills. Explain why each is considered a coping skill.
Depends on personal experience. Check this with you instructor. :)
500
Name all 5 of the holistic health domains and one activity that improves each domain.
Domains: Physical, Cognitive, Emotional, Spiritual, and Social
Examples: Individual to you!
500
Identify 2 leisure barriers and 1 way you can overcome each.
Sample Leisure Barriers: Time, Finances, Lack of Motivation, Social Stigma, Low Self-Efficacy, and Inadequate Transportation
Sample Methods to Overcome Barriers: Schedules, Public Transit Systems, Advocacy, Meetup Groups, and Accountability Partners
500
Name one intervention used in rec therapy at PVGL and the personal mental health insights you gained.
Unique to you!
500
What days do Ron, Katlin, and Sydney work?
Ron: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Katlin: Monday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Sydney: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday