Lesson Plan
Stress & Your Brain Lesson Plan
Students will watch a video on how stress affects brain function, complete guided notes to identify key physiological impacts, and demonstrate understanding by answering a short quiz.
Understanding how stress influences brain health builds self-awareness and equips 8th–9th graders with strategies to manage stress effectively, supporting both academic and emotional well-being.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Video & Guided Notes
15 minutes
Step 3
Class Discussion
10 minutes
Step 4
Quiz Assessment
10 minutes
Step 5
Wrap-Up & Review
5 minutes

Quiz
Stress Impact Quiz

Answer Key

