Mental Health 1
People with ADHD have been described as having what kind of car brain with what type of brakes?
Hint: Race car, and bicyle
race car brain with bicycle breaks
This term describes the emotional zone where a person can best function and respond to stress. Options: Hypoarousal, window of tolerance, and Hyperarousal
Window of tolerance
______ is more than just feeling sad. It lasts a long time and can make people feel tired, hopeless, or lose interest in things they usually enjoy.
Depression
What is 54321?
The 5-4-3-2-1 technique is a grounding exercise that helps kids (and adults!) calm down when they're feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or scared. It uses the five senses to bring attention to the present moment.
Here’s how it works:
🖐️ 5 – Look around and name 5 things you can see
✋ 4 – Name 4 things you can touch
👂 3 – Name 3 things you can hear
👃 2 – Name 2 things you can smell
👅 1 – Name 1 thing you can taste
Mystery 1
Teach me how to do deep breathing
???
Free 200
Does everyone have the same size window of tolerance?
No
__________can happen after a scary or dangerous experience. People may have flashbacks, nightmares, or feel very nervous even when they’re safe.
PTSD
What is the butterfly hug?
The Butterfly Hug is a simple self-soothing technique that helps kids (and adults) feel calmer and more grounded. It’s often used to reduce anxiety, stress, or big emotions. It works by gently tapping on your arms in a rhythm, like a butterfly flapping its wings, which can help your brain and body feel safer.
Mystery 2
Teach me the butterfly hug
What does the acronym ADHD stand for?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Does everyone experience all three zones of the window of tolerance?
Yes
__________ involve extreme thoughts and behaviors about food, body weight, or shape. They can make eating feel stressful or unhealthy.
Eating disorders
What is deep breathing?
Deep breathing is a simple relaxation technique where you take slow, full breaths in through your nose and out through your mouth. It helps calm your body and mind by sending a signal to your brain to relax.
Mystery 3
Teach me how to do progressive muscle relaxation
What are some reasons people avoid talking about difficult emotions?
Fear of Judgment – They worry others might see them as weak, dramatic, or unstable if they express vulnerability.
Shame or Guilt – Some emotions, like anger, sadness, or jealousy, can carry a sense of personal failure or moral wrongdoing.
Not knowing how to talk about it – Not everyone has the tools or language to identify and articulate what they’re feeling.
Past bad Experiences with sharing emotions
Fear of Burdening Others – People might worry that sharing their pain will overwhelm or push others away.
what does trauma do to the window of tolerance?
Makes it smaller
_________ when someone feels very worried, nervous, or scared a lot of the time—even when there isn’t a clear reason. It can cause trouble sleeping, focusing, or relaxing. It might also cause physical symptoms like a fast heartbeat or upset stomach.
anxiety
_________ is about focusing on the present moment without judgment.
Mindfulness
Mystery 4
teach me how to do 54321
What are panic attacks?
Panic attacks are sudden, intense episodes of fear or discomfort that peak within minutes and often feel overwhelming. They can happen unexpectedly or be triggered by specific situations, and they involve a mix of physical and psychological symptoms, including:
Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
Shortness of breath or feeling like you can't breathe
Chest pain or tightness (often mistaken for a heart attack)
Sweating, shaking, or chills
Dizziness or feeling faint
Nausea or stomach upset
A sense of unreality or detachment (derealization/depersonalization)
What skills can help widen the window of tolerance?
Deep breathing, butterfly hug, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness
______ is a strong emotional response to a deeply distressing or upsetting experience. It can leave you feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, or stuck, even long after the event has passed.
Trauma
What is progressive muscle relaxation?
Progressive Muscle Relaxation is when you squeeze and then slowly relax different muscles in your body, one at a time, to help your body feel calm and your mind feel peaceful
Every night before bed, Max felt like he had to check the front door. Not just once or twice—he had to check it exactly 10 times to make sure it was locked. Even though he saw it was locked the first time, a thought in his head whispered, “What if it’s not really locked? What if something bad happens?” What diagnosis might Max have?
OCD