Physical
Name one way to take care of your body.
Exercise, sleep, eating health, drinking water, hygeine
Name one way to express your feelings.
Talking, journaling, art, music
Name one way to connect with others.
Hanging out, texting, talking, shared activities
What is one way to give your brain a break?
Taking a break, relaxing, stepping away from screens, resting
Is getting enough sleep real or fake self care?
Real
How many hours of sleep do teens generally need?
8-10 hours
What does it mean to validate your emotions?
Acknowledge feelings without judging them
A limit you set to protect your well being
What is one way to improve focus?
Reducing distractions, working in a quiet space, taking breaks, making a plan
Is avoiding your problems real or fake self care?
Fake
Name 2 ways lack of sleep can affect your mood.
Irritability, low energy, poor focus, increased stress
Give and example of healthy self talk.
"I'm doing my best", "this will pass", "I can handle this"
Give an example of saying 'no' respectfully.
"No thanks", "I'm good", "That's not for me"
Name one activity that helps your brain stay active.
Reading, puzzles, learning something new, games, studying
Give an example of fake self care.
Avoiding responsibilities, scrolling all night, substance use
Why is drinking water important for mental health?
Helps brain function, energy, focus, and mood regulation
You are feeling really angry-what is one healthy way to cope?
Take a break, deep breathing, exercise, talk it out
A friend pressures you to do something risky-what is a healthy response?
Say no, give a reason, suggest something else, walk away
You feel overwhelmed with schoolwork-what is one mental self care strategy you can use?
Break tasks into smaller steps, prioritize, take a short break, ask for help
Is scrolling all night instead of sleeping helpful or harmful? Why?
Harmful. Hurts sleep, mood, and functioning
You stayed up all night on your phone-what is a better choice next time?
Set a bedtime, limit screen time, put phone away, prioritize sleep
Why is ignoring emotions not helpful long term?
They build up, get stronger, and can lead to unhealthy behaviors
Why is it important to choose supportive friends?
They influence your choices, mood, and overall well being
What does it mean to challenge negative thoughts?
Questioning them and replacing them with more realistic or balanced thoughts
What's the difference between coping and avoiding?
Coping helps long term while avoiding delays problems