LSD (ACID)
Lysergic Acid Diethylamide
What is Anxiety?
The body's natural response to stress or fear.
What are implosive thoughts?
Negative thoughts that are turned inward instead of expressed outward.
What is a trigger?
Something that causes a strong emotional reaction.
Name one healthy coping skill.
Deep breathing, journaling, coloring, etc.
Name one short-term effect LSD can have on the brain or body.
Panic, Anxiety, Sweating, Confusion, Increased heart rate, Dilated pupils
Name one physical symptom of anxiety.
Sweating, Racing heart, shaking, fast breathing, stomach aches
Name one sign someone may be struggling with implosive thoughts.
Isolation, Self-blame, feeling worthless, keeping emotions bottled up, Giving up
Name one common anger trigger.
Being disrespected, feeling ignored, being lied to, feeling embarrassed, being told "no"
Which is healthier?
A.) Punching a wall
B.) Deep breathing
Name one possible long-term effect of LSD
Flashbacks, Anxiety, Depression, Trouble concentrating, Lasting emotional problems, Worsening mental illness
What is Social Anxiety?
Intense fear of being judges or embarrassed around other people.
Why can keeping emotions bottles up become unhealthy?
Because it increases emotional pain, anxiety, depression, anger, and unhealthy coping behaviors.
Name two healthy ways to calm down before reacting.
Walk away, Deep breathing, Count to 10, Ask for space, Talk to staff
Name three healthy coping skills you've learned.
SAY THEM LOUD AND PROUD!!
Why can LSD become life- threatening even if the drug itself doesn't usually stop someone's breathing?
Because it changes judgement and perception. A person may panic, run into traffic, fall, or accidentally harm themselves or others.
True of False
People having a panic attach are "just overthinking"
False
Complete this sentence.
" I always fail"
Replace it with a healthier thought.
I made a mistake, but I can learn.
One mistake doesn't define me.
I can keep trying.
Name two warning signs that your anger is building.
Clenched fists, Fast heartbeat, yelling, tight muscles, hot face
You had a terrible day and feel like giving up.
Name three healthy choices instead of using drugs or exploding.
In Christopher's story, what decision changed not only his life but affected his entire family forever?
Choosing to take acid because of peer pressure.
Name THREE healthy coping skills for anxiety
Deep breathing, Talking to staff, Journaling, Walking, Music, Positive self-talk, Grounding exercises
Scenario
A teen believes:
"No one cares about me"
What should they do instead of believing that thought?
Talk to staff, Challenge the thought, Journal, Reach out for support
Scenario
Someone insults you in front of everyone.
What's the healthiest response?
Walk away, ignore it, tell someone, use coping skills, think before reacting
Each team has 60 seconds to list as many healthy coping skills as possible.
The Team with the most wins 500 points
WHICH TEAM SHALL WIN!!!