True or False
Coping Skills
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100

Stress and Anxiety are the same thing

False- Although stress and anxiety often have some shared symptoms, they are not quite the same thing.  

100

Name 3 healthy coping skills

Examples: deep breathing, meditation, exercise, talking with a trusted adult, talking with friends, doing a hobby, taking a break, grounding exercises, getting enough sleep, drawing, art, music, progressive muscle relaxation, positive self-talk, etc.

100

Taking your mind off of the problem for a while is this type of coping skill

Distraction

100

Practice taking 3 deep breaths

Remember to breathe in slowly through your nose for 4 seconds, hold for 4 seconds, and breathe out slowly through your mouth for 4-6 seconds.  

100

If you could visit any country in the world, which country would you like to visit?

Thanks for sharing!

200

All stress is bad

False- Stress can be helpful with completing important goals, keeping us safe from harm, etc.

200

Name 3 unhealthy coping skills

Examples: Substance use, drinking alcohol, isolation, aggression, avoidance, negative self-talk, self-harm, emotional eating, over sleeping, engaging in risky behaviors, ignoring feelings, etc.

200

This coping skill is beneficial for your physical and mental health

Exercise

200

5-4-3-2-1...What are...

-5 things you can see

-4 things you can feel

-3 things you can hear

-2 things you can smell

-1 thing you can taste

Remember that the goal is to purposefully take in the details of your surroundings using each of your senses.
200

What TV series or movie could you watch over and over again and not get bored?

Awesome!

300

Difficulty concentrating, irritability, and fatigue can be symptoms of both stress and anxiety

True.  Stress and anxiety often have symptoms that overlap.

300

What makes a coping skill unhealthy?

When it is unhelpful, hurtful, or unsafe to yourself and others.

300

Deep breathing, meditation, and yoga are examples of this type of coping skill

Mindfulness

300

Practice saying a few positive self-talk statements. Examples: I can do this; I can only do my best; It's OK to make mistakes; This feeling won't last forever; I did it; etc.

Making positive statements to yourself helps you to build confidence, improve performance, and improve your mental skills.  

300

If you had a day to do anything you wanted, what would you do?

Great!

400

Coping skills are tools or techniques that help you deal with difficult emotions or situations.

True

400

What are some coping skills you can use at school?

Examples: talking to a trusted adult, taking a break, asking for help, deep breathing, grounding exercises, etc.
400

Seeking support from others and asking for help is what type of coping skill?

Social coping/support seeking

400

Think of a place where you would like to be.  This place should be safe.  Once you have that place in mind, really focus on what it feels like to be there. What are you wearing? What do you hear? What are the smells? Are there people around? Is there a breeze? What is around you?

Imagery is daydreaming, but it is a little more structured and purposeful.  It can be very helpful when you are upset or stressed out.  Try closing your eyes and imagining a safe place that brings you peace and calmness.

400

What is 1 accomplishment that you are most proud of?

Good job!

500

The use of coping skills may be beneficial with both stress and anxiety.

True

500

What are some coping skills you can use at home?

Examples: Listening to music, talking to a friend or parent, a hobby (tv, puzzles, reading, etc.), taking a social media break, deep breathing, grounding exercises, drawing/art, etc.

500

The 5-4-3-2-1 technique is an example of this type of coping skill

Grounding

500

Practice gratitude!  What are 3 things that you are thankful for?  Consider starting a journal and writing about 3 positive things that have happened each day.

Taking the time to feel gratitude may improve your emotional well-being by helping you cope with stress.  Research shows that practicing daily gratitude can have mental and physical health benefits.

500

If you were stranded on an island, which 3 items would you take with you?

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