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.

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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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Breaking the Hurt Cycle

Brian Anderson

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