Coping
Unhealthy Coping
Depression & Anxiety
Somatic Therapy
RANDOM
100
What does it mean to "cope?"
Coping is an essential psychological process for managing stress and emotions.
100
The temporary relief offered by substances that make worsen mental health issues.
Substance Abuse
100
A state of apprehension or fear about future events or uncertain outcomes.
Anxiety
100
Physical signs of the FIGHT response are....
Increased heart rate
Tightness in chest, throat, or jaw
Clenched fists or jaw
Tension in your body or muscles
Heat or flushing in your face or neck
Rush of adrenaline or heightened alertness
100
What year did Kobe Bryant retire from the NBA?
2015
200
What are the two things coping consists of?
Our thoughts and behaviors
200
When does distraction become harmful?
When it becomes avoidance or denial.
Avoidance and denial involve ignoring or suppressing distressing emotions or situations.
200
True or False: A history of depression or other mood disorders increase the risk of developing anxiety.
TRUE- Previous mental health conditions increase the likelihood of being diagnosed with another mental health condition.
200
Which trauma response is happening in the following scenario:
You have an important test coming up, but instead of studying, you feel overwhelmed and do nothing.
The FREEZE response happens when your brain senses a threat but doesn't know what to do-so it shuts down. This can lead to dissociation, zoning out, or feeling emotionally numb.
200
Who is the half-blood prince in Harry Potter? ***spoiler alert***
Severus Snape
300
Strategies that help regulate emotions, reduce stress, and support the ability to live and deal with stressors without causing harm.
Healthy-or adaptive- coping
300
This behavior can offer a fleeting sense of control but often results in increased emotional turmoil.
Self-harm
300
Name 3 out of the 4 symptoms of depression we discussed in group.
1) Persistent feelings of sadness, emptiness, and hopelessness.
2) Feelings of worthlessness or guilt.
3) Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or remembering things.
4) Thoughts of death or suicide
300
What is the survival (reptile) brain responsible for?
Automatic functions like breathing, heart rate, and the fight, flight, freeze, or fawn response
300
What is the name for a group of porcupines?
A prickle. 
400
What does "maladaptive coping" mean?
Strategies that reduce distress temporarily but increase problems or emotional dysregulation over time.
400
True or False: Isolation is always unhealthy.
FALSE: Isolation is unhealthy when done in an excessive amount
400
True or False: Cultural and identity factors is considered a biological cause of depression and anxiety.
FALSE: Cultural and identity factors are an environmental/life experience risk factor.
400
What are signs that trauma may be stored in the body?
Chronic Pain
Digestive Issues
Emotional Numbness
Trouble sleeping or relaxing
Being triggered by reminders of the past
400
What was the first country to use paper money?
China
500
What are 3 factors that influence coping choices?
1. Personality Traits
2. Cultural Norms
3. Past Experiences
500
This maladaptive coping skill often begins as a protective strategy and is linked to heightened depression and reduced self-esteem.
Negative self-talk
500
Why is attending an IOP program beneficial for teens struggling with their mental health? (DOUBLE POINTS IF YOU CAN NAME 4 OUT OF THE 7, WE DISCUSSED IN GROUP)
1. Emotional validation
2. Shared coping strategies
3. Sense of belonging
4. Hope and empowerment
5. Accountability and encouragement
6) Reduce stigma
7) Access to resources
500
True or False: Trauma responses only occur in extreme situations.
FALSE- Trauma responses DO NOT only occur in extreme situations. They can influence everyday interactions, decisions, and emotions. If you experienced trauma, your brain may become wired for survival, even in safe environments.
500
What item does Rapunzel use as a weapon in Tangled?
A frying pan.
