Lesson Plan
Battling the Blues Lesson Plan
Enable adults to recognize depression symptoms, practice tailored coping strategies, and create a personalized action plan within a focused 30-minute session.
Addressing depression through structured self-assessment and skill-building empowers participants to gain self-awareness, reduce distress, and establish sustainable coping routines. This targeted support fosters resilience and promotes mental well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Self-Assessment
5 minutes
Step 2
Discuss Self-Assessment Results
5 minutes
Step 3
Practice Coping Strategies
10 minutes
Step 4
Develop Personalized Action Plan
10 minutes
Lesson Plan
Finding Light Lesson Plan
Equip adults to recognize depression symptoms, practice mindfulness and cognitive techniques, and create a personalized self-care plan to build resilience in a focused 30-minute session.
Structured self-assessment and practical skill-building give participants tools to challenge negative thoughts, reduce distress, and establish sustainable coping routines—fostering resilience and improved mental well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Self-Assessment
5 minutes
Step 2
Discuss Assessment Results
5 minutes
Step 3
Practice Coping Strategies
10 minutes
Step 4
Develop Personal Self-Care Plan
10 minutes
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Worksheet
Worksheet
Worksheet
Script
Slide Deck
Finding Light
Session Objectives
Why This Matters
Materials & Preparation
Agenda
Step 1: Self-Assessment
Step 2: Mindfulness Exercise
Step 3: Cognitive Restructuring
Step 4: Self-Care Planning
Conclusion & Next Steps
