Stress Management Techniques
Mental Health
Teen Mental Health Stats
Awareness Months
100

Name two things you can do to relieve anxiety/stress when you are in a public setting?

fidget, deep breaths etc

100

____ out of 8 people have a mental health disorder.

What is 1/8?

100

This % of adolescents have a diagnosed mental or behavioral condition.

What is 20%?

100

During this month we celebrate the achievements of African Americans throughout history.

What is Black History Month in February?

200

What is box breathing?

This stress management activity consists of breathing 4 in and 4 out repeatedly.

200

This is an intense fear of being watched and judged by others.

What is social anxiety disorder?

200

This is the most commonly diagnosed disorder in teens.

What is anxiety?

200

During Social Work Month month, we recognize the contributions of social workers and raise awareness about the social work field. In what month?

March

300

What physical activity can you do to relieve stress?

playing sports, walking, dancing

300

What is the difference between anxiety and depression?

answer varies

300

This is the 3rd leading cause of death for those between the ages of 15-24 years old.

What is suicide?

300

During this spring time month, we raise awareness about mental health issues and reduce stigma.

Mental Health Awareness Month in May

400

Name a few strategies to cope with an annoying classmate who is distracting you

Asking for a break; asking teacher to move seat

400

True or false. Mental health disorders only impact your mind/emotions.

False! It can impact your physical health

400

1 out of every ____ teen will experience a traumatic event by the age of 16.

What is 4?

400

In this summer month, we celebrate and recognize the LGBTQ+ community, their history, achievements, and ongoing fight for equality and justice. 

Pride Month in June

500

80% of people do this to relax and manage stress

 listen to music

500

This age group experiences the highest rates of depression.

What are young adults (ages 18-25)?

500

This most commonly used substance has been consumed by 2/3 of teens by their senior year of high school.

What is alcohol?

500

This month is a time to raise awareness of this crisis, which is the 2nd leading cause of death for children ages 10-14 and 3rd leading cause for people ages 15-24.

 Suicide Prevention Month in September