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Mastering Stress: Coping Skills

Students will learn practical coping skills to manage stress, understand stress triggers, and practice strategies to enhance emotional resilience.

Developing coping skills at an early age empowers students to handle daily stress, supporting both their mental health and academic performance.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Brainstorming

5 minutes

Step 2

Interactive Coping Skills Activity

15 minutes

Step 3

Wrap-Up and Reflection

10 minutes

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Mastering Stress: Coping Skills

Introduce the topic by welcoming students and briefly explaining that today we're learning about coping skills to manage stress.

Understanding Stress

Explain what stress is in simple terms and share a few common examples without naming personal experiences. Use this slide to foster understanding.

Brainstorming: When Do You Feel Stressed?

Kick off the brainstorming activity. Ask students to share moments when they felt stressed. Remind them to keep details general.

Interactive Coping Strategies Activity

Introduce the interactive coping skills activity. Explain that the next activity will involve small-group discussions using the provided prompts. Additionally, demonstrate a simple strategy (deep breathing or mindfulness).

Reflection: Choosing Your Strategy

Guide students into reflecting on the coping strategies discussed. Ask them to choose one they think might work best for them.

Wrap-Up & Group Deep Breathing

End the session with a calming group deep breathing exercise. Remind students that these skills can help them manage stress in daily life.

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