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Coping Strategies Plan

Learn and practice effective coping strategies for emotional challenges.

This lesson helps students manage stress and emotions, improving mental health.

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Preparation for Coping Strategies Lesson

30 minutes

Step 1

Introduction to Coping Strategies

10 minutes

Step 2

Coping Skills Workshop

20 minutes

Step 3

Strategy Card Creation

15 minutes

Step 4

Coping Reflection

15 minutes

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Introduction to Coping Strategies

Introduce the topic of coping strategies. Explain that coping strategies are techniques that help people manage stress and emotional challenges. Highlight the importance of having a toolkit of strategies to handle different situations.

Positive vs. Negative Coping Strategies

Discuss the difference between positive and negative coping strategies. Provide examples of each and explain why positive strategies are more beneficial in the long term.

Types of Coping Strategies

Introduce the concept of problem-focused and emotion-focused coping strategies. Explain when each type might be most effective.

Practical Coping Strategies

Provide a list of practical coping strategies that students can try. Encourage them to think about which strategies might work best for them.

Reflecting on Coping Strategies

Conclude the overview by encouraging students to reflect on the strategies presented. Ask them to consider which strategies they might want to try or learn more about.

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Developing Coping Strategies

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