Lesson Plan

Identifying Triggers Lesson Plan

Students will identify personal anxiety triggers and learn effective coping strategies through discussion and activities.

Understanding personal triggers helps students manage anxiety effectively and promotes emotional well-being.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Hook

10 minutes

Step 2

Activity: Trigger Identification

15 minutes

Step 3

Discussion: Coping Strategies

10 minutes

Step 4

Reflection and Wrap-up

5 minutes

lenny

Slide Deck

What Triggers Me?

Introduce the lesson with a warm welcome. Highlight that today's session is about understanding and managing anxiety. Mention that the lesson is interactive and that everyone's participation is encouraged.

What are Anxiety Triggers?

Explain the concept of anxiety triggers in simple terms. Emphasize that triggers can be different for everyone and understanding them is the first step in managing anxiety.

Common Anxiety Triggers

Use visuals or icons to represent examples. Engage the class by asking them to think of triggers they might experience. Ensure to create a safe space where no one feels judged.

Coping Strategies

Discuss and model several effective coping strategies. Encourage the class to share any additional ideas they have. Remind them that different strategies work for different people.

Reflection and Wrap-Up

Summarize the key points of the lesson and invite students to reflect on what they've learned. Pose questions like 'What is one trigger you identified today?' or 'Which coping strategy do you think might work best for you?'

lenny

Activity

lenny
lenny

Discussion

lenny
lenny

What Triggers Me?

user image

Morgan Messina

Tier 1
For Districts
lenny-learning-logo

Lenny Learning

Create Lesson

CASEL

Health & Wellness

Behavioral Supports

Counseling & Therapy

Family Engagement

School Climate

Special Education

Academic Integration

Seasonal

Career & Life Skills

Arts & Creativity

My Lessons

My Lessons

Video Library

Video Library

Support

Support

Log In