Stress Basics
What are the three stress responses?
Fight, Flight, Freeze
Name one healthy way to cope with stress while in jail.
Any healthy coping skill (reading, drawing, music, medication compliance, etc.)
with stress while in jail.How should you communicate with your attorney while in court?
Whisper or write a note to your attorney
What happens to your heart when you're stressed?
Rapid Heart bead (beats faster)
Who approves a plea bargain?
The judge approves it, and the defendant decides whether to accept it
What is something that causes anxiety?
A stressor
Name 1 MENTAL coping strategy
Meditation, 5-4-3-2-1 Method, Grounding Techniques
What are the 4 Pleas?
Guilty, Not Guilty, No Contest, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGI)
What can stress do to your sleep?
It can cause insomnia or make you feel very tired
What is a plea bargain?
An agreement between the prosecution and defense to resolve a case without trial.
Describe the Fight, Flight, and Freeze responses. (at least one - bonus points for all 3or to those who help)
Fight = aggressive response; Flight = escape/avoidance; Freeze = feeling stuck or unable to act.
Name 1 EMOTIONAL coping strategy
Talking with a friend/family member/significant other, Therapy
What happens if you plead Not Guilty?
It means you deny the charges and your case proceeds to trial.
How can stress affect your eating habits?
It can lead to unhealthy eating habits
What does it mean to be competent to stand trial?
Having the ability to understand court proceedings and assist your attorney in your own defense
Name at least three stressors someone may experience while in jail.
Boredom, intimidation, loss of freedom, no privacy, noise, limited choices.
Name two strategies you can regularly practice to manage stress.
Body Scan and Mindfulness, Mindful Movement, Deep breathing, 5-4-3-2-1 Method, Grounding Techniques, Regular Selfcare routine, Meditation, Yoga
What could happen if you misbehave in court?
You may be charged with Contempt of Court
What are nervous habits?
New behaviors caused by stress, such as fidgeting or nail-biting
What are the advantages of accepting a plea bargain?
Reduced sentence, avoids trial, resolves the case sooner, and may result in probation if offered
What is resilience?
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties
Who can you talk to if you're struggling with anxiety or stress (think professional)?
Therapist, Counselor, Psychiatrist, any Mental Health professional
What does accepting a plea bargain mean? (Name at least three things.)
1. Give up the right to trial
2. Plead guilty/no contest
3. Sign an agreement
4. You'll be sentenced
5. You'll be convicted.
Name three ways stress can affect your mood, relationships, or daily functioning.
Examples include depression, severe anxiety, conflict with others, changes in behavior, or difficulty functioning in your day to day
Explain the difference between a Guilty, No Contest, and Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity plea.
Guilty = admit guilt; No Contest = accept conviction without admitting guilt; NGRI = admit the act but claim mental illness prevented knowing right from wrong