Lesson Plan
Breaking the Hurt Cycle
Equip an 8th-grade student with skills to recognize self-harm triggers, practice healthy coping strategies, and build a personalized safety plan in one 30-minute session.
Early intervention with practical coping skills and a clear safety plan reduces self-harm urges, boosts resilience, and fosters the student’s emotional well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials and Session Goals
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction and Check-In
5 minutes
Step 2
Identify Triggers
8 minutes
Step 3
Explore Coping Strategies
7 minutes
Step 4
Develop Personal Safety Plan
7 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up and Next Steps
3 minutes

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Project Guide
