Triggers
What is a trigger?
A stimulus that elicits a strong emotional or behavioral reaction, often linked to a past traumatic or significant experience
True or False: Many individuals experience both anxiety and depression at the same time
True
Regularly acknowledging the good things in your life can help shift your focus away from negative thoughts, this is called:
Practicing Gratitude
True or False: Medication is the only treatment method that works for mental health problems
False, medication can be helpful, but therapy and counseling are also effective forms of overcoming mental illness.
Finish this sentence: Recovery is __________
Possible!
Name 2 types of triggers
External, Internal, Trauma, or Symptom
Name 1 ADVANCED warning sign of DEPRESSION
Feeling down or depressed most of the day, nearly every day, diminished interest in activities you once enjoyed, significant changes in your weight (increase or decrease), difficulty with sleep, like difficulty falling, staying asleep or sleeping too much, fatigue or frequently feeling tired, difficulty concentrating, recurrent thoughts of death, distress or impairment in social, occupational or other important areas of functioning
Coping with anxiety and depression involves a combination of _______ adjustments, stress management techniques, and ________ support
Lifestyle, Professional
Strong ______ are not always reliable because they can distort reality and impact how we behave
Feelings
What is Jenn’s favorite mythical creature?
Mermaids
True or False: Trauma always results in triggers
False
One ADVANCED signs of ANXIETY is excessive worry occurring more days than not for at least ___ months
6
What is the first step to getting better?
Acknowledging that you’re experiencing anxiety or depression is the first step to getting better
True or False: Depression and anxiety affect everyone the same way
False, everyone has different experiences
Who is Ara’s favorite musical group?
A. The Beatles
B. BTS
C. Backstreet Boys
B. BTS
Name 3 ways to recognize your triggers
Notice how you feel, something is bothering you, listen to yourself, check your feelings
Name 3 EARLY warning signs of ANXIETY
Shakiness, increased heart rate, tightness in the chest, rapid breathing, racing thoughts
Name 2 lifestyle adjustments
Regular Exercise, Healthy Diet, Sufficient Sleep, Limit Alcohol and Caffeine
In, out - This is a simple technique that is excellent for managing emotions. Not only is it effective, but is also discreet and easy to use at any time and any place. What is it?
Deep Breathing
What is a Glimmer?
A. The opposite of a trigger
B. When someone eats all your food
C. A bad joke
A. The opposite of a trigger
Name 4 examples of what being triggered may look like
Two EARLY warning signs of DEPRESSION include recurring feelings of _______ and avoiding things you once _______
Sadness, Enjoyed
Name 3 stress management techniques
Relaxation Techniques, Mindfulness and Self-Compassion, Identify and Address Triggers, Set Realistic Goals, Seeking Support, Consider Therapy, Consider Medication
True or False: All stress is bad
False, some stress can be motivating and is a natural reaction your body has to certain events. It can sometimes give us an "extra push". When stress becomes too much to handle, that might be an indication to start making some positive mental health changes
What is Ripley’s favorite scary movie?
A. Alien
B. Scream
C. Werewolf in London
B. Scream