Bullying Prevention
If somebody is mean to you one time... is this considered bullying?
NO. Bullying has to be consistent & regular. One time is simply considered a "moment." Which still isn't okay, but is at a different (lower) level of concern.
What is the scientific name for marijuana?
Cannabis.
True or False: Depression or other mental health illnesses (such as anxiety disorders) are only experienced by adults.
False.
1 in 20 youth experience mental health issues that cause disruption to their daily lives.
Statistically... Are males or females at a higher risk for committing suicide?
Males.
Is aggressive, passive, or assertive the best way to communicate effectively?
Assertive
True or False: Gossip is a form of bullying.
True.
What is the primary chemical in tobacco and e-cigarettes that is highly addictive?
Nicotine.
Name TWO possible symptoms of depression.
Sleeping too much or too little. Eating too much or too little. Isolation. Lack of desire to do normal activities. Sadness/Crying. Suicidal thoughts. (etc.)
What is ONE sign that a person might be suicidal?
Isolation. Making statements or jokes about ending their life. Giving away important items. Telling people they love/care about them in a "goodbye" manner. Stopping activities they normally do. Being depressed and then suddenly seeming VERY happy. Purchasing questionable items that could be used to harm. Getting paperwork or their life in order. (etc.)
What is one NON-VERBAL way to show someone that you are listening?
Eye contact. Head nodding.
If you are being cyber bullied... what is ONE action you can take in order to address it and make it stop?
1. Log off the site/social media platform.
2. Block the person.
3. Report the comment/message via the site.
4. Tell a trusted adult about the situation.
5. Etc.
What is responsible for about 1 in 5 deaths annually in the United States?
Smoking. (e-cigarettes are included in this)
True or False: Addiction is a lifestyle choice and is simply due to people not having the motivation to stop. They could stop if they wanted to.
False.
Addiction is a disease that is caused by the use of drugs and is due to the drugs damaging the brain and causing a scientific chemical imbalance making it incapable of functioning like it did before drug use.
What is one of the TOP FIVE careers that have the highest risk of suicide?
1. Construction workers
2. Police officers.
3. Corrections officers.
4. Doctors.
5. Veterinarians.
What is it called when you put yourself in somebody else's shoes & try to feel/understand what they are going through?
Empathy.
Statistically... How many youth out of 5 are regularly affected by bullying? One? Two? Three? Four? Five?
What is the name of the crime where somebody drives a vehicle under the influence of alcohol?
DUI. "Driving Under The Influence"
FYI: DWI - "Driving While Intoxicated"
Fact or Myth: People with mental illnesses (such as schizophrenia, bipolar, PTSD, etc.) are usually violent.
Myth.
People with mental health illnesses... statistically do not have higher incidences of violent behavior.
If you believe that somebody is suicidal... What is the BEST question to ask them to determine if they are?
Be direct.
"Are you thinking about killing yourself?"
What breed of dog is most commonly owned in the United States?
Labrador Retriever.
Name one of the four types of bullying.
Physical. Verbal. Social Cyber
What is it called when you can't stop using a drug despite knowing/experience negative consequences and wanting to stop?
Addiction.
Which United States president was publicly known to have a diagnosed mood disorder? (bipolar)
Abraham Lincoln.
Coping Strategies.
What is it called when there is a set of negative and often unfair beliefs that a society or group of people have about something. (i.e. mental health/addiction)
Stigma.