Lesson Plan

Cognitive Strategies for Impulse Control

Students will learn and apply cognitive behavioral techniques to understand and manage impulses, developing personalized strategies for real-life situations.

This lesson empowers 7th graders to recognize impulse triggers and equips them with tools for improved decision making and emotional regulation.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Preparation and Review

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Trigger Identification

10 minutes

Step 2

Cognitive Behavioral Strategies Discussion

10 minutes

Step 3

Mindfulness Activity and Reflection

10 minutes

Step 4

Wrap-Up and Strategy Reinforcement

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Mindful Techniques for Impulse Control

Introduce the concept of mindfulness as a tool for managing impulses. Emphasize the importance of taking a deep breath and pausing before reacting. Provide a brief overview of what the session will cover.

Recognizing Your Triggers

Discuss how mindfulness helps in recognizing the signs before an impulse takeover. Highlight the role of awareness in intercepting automatic reactions.

Deep Breathing Exercise

Introduce a visual cue and the simple act of deep breathing. Guide the students through a quick breathing exercise that they can use when feeling impulsive.

Applying Mindfulness Daily

Connect the mindfulness technique to real-life situations. Encourage students to think of times when taking a moment helped them make a better decision.

Wrap-Up & Reflection

Wrap-up slide: Summarize the main points, reiterate the importance of mindfulness in managing impulses, and mention that a reflective activity will follow.

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Worksheet

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Script

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Mind Over Impulse

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Kayle Jordan

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