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Psychological First Aid

Psychological First Aid

Discover free resources designed to equip educators, students, and parents with effective Psychological First Aid strategies for crisis moments. Gain practical skills in calming, supporting, and connecting with individuals in distress, informed by real-world examples and interactive activities. This toolkit empowers you to confidently respond to emotional needs and foster resilience in your school community.

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Emotional First Aid: Coping Strategies for Tough Times

Equip students with emotional coping skills for when they encounter personal challenges. They will learn practical strategies for immediate emotional support, fostering resilience and a positive mental health framework.

Tier 1
3/4

p adams

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NC Social Worker

Coping Strategies Game

This lesson engages students in a game-based activity to explore and practice positive coping strategies in a classroom setting. By participating in this experiential learning activity, students will learn how to remain calm and manage their emotions effectively, which is crucial for their behavioral development and success in school.

Tier 1
2/25
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Shari Attebery

D

AZ Counselor

Mental Health First Aid Basics

This lesson introduces students to basic mental health first aid concepts, focusing on identifying signs of stress or anxiety and ways to offer support. It empowers students with the knowledge to care for themselves and others, fostering a supportive and empathetic classroom environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Patricia Bailey

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NC Behavior Interventionist

Crisis Relief

A guided small-group game that equips 10th grade peer support students with rapid-response cards to handle peer crises, build empathy, and practice supportive communication. This single 35-minute Tier 2 session strengthens crisis response skills and promotes emotional safety.

Tier 2
5/13
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Heta Dalal

e

NJ Social Worker

Coping Skills Workshop

This lesson introduces students to essential coping skills through an interactive activity and reflection. Students will learn practical strategies to manage stress and emotions, which are crucial for their social-emotional development. By the end of the lesson, students will have a toolkit of coping mechanisms they can apply in various situations.

Tier 1
2/25
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Lily Reed

S

MA Instructor

Crisis Toolkit

A small-group program offering targeted tools and strategies for students who need extra support in de-escalating emotions during crisis moments. This 30-minute Tier 2 (group) session for 7th graders helps them identify triggers, practice de-escalation skills, and create personalized safety plans.

Tier 2
5/7
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Art Fergusson

Instructor

Coping Strategies Workshop

This lesson introduces 10th grade students to effective coping strategies through active learning. Students will engage in a discussion to explore different coping mechanisms and participate in an activity to practice these strategies. This lesson is important as it equips students with tools to manage stress and emotions, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25

Michelle Schneider

E

CA Psychologist

Coping Skills Challenge

This lesson introduces students to coping skills through a fun and interactive game. Students will engage in a quick-paced activity that encourages them to think about and apply different coping strategies. This lesson is important as it helps students develop essential skills for managing emotions and stress, which are crucial for their social and emotional well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Rachel Doe

S

MA Social Worker

Supporting a Friend in Crisis

In this lesson, students will learn effective ways to support a friend who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts and how to seek help. This is crucial as students are at an age where mental health issues can arise, and knowing how to properly respond can save lives.

Tier 1
2/25

Twila Williams

q

TX Counselor

Emergency Response Essentials: CPR Focus

This lesson focuses on how middle school students can respond when witnessing a friend experiencing a medical emergency that may require CPR. Using Trauma-Informed Teaching strategies, the lesson aims to create a safe and supportive environment for students to learn and discuss how to handle such situations. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills, including recognizing signs of distress, initiating CPR, and providing emotional support, while being sensitive to any past trauma they may have experienced.

Tier 1
2/25
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James Dill

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NY Instructor

Stand Strong: Understanding and Preventing Suicide

This lesson educates students on the importance of self-confidence, seeking help, and surrounding oneself with supportive people as methods to prevent suicide. It uses a combination of video content, interactive discussions, and worksheet activities to engage students in understanding how to handle bullying and know when to seek help. This lesson is crucial as it equips young students with the awareness and skills needed to support themselves and others in difficult situations.

Tier 1
2/25
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Cynthia Espino

q

TX Counselor

Resilience Toolkit

This individualized support guide equips a 7th grade student with personalized coping strategies and crisis response steps to build resilience and emotional regulation. Through targeted coaching and self-reflection activities in one 20-minute session, the student will develop a practical toolkit for managing stress and anxiety

Tier 3
5/19
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Allison Thibodaux-Wing

E

CA Psychologist

Coping Skills Challenge

In this engaging lesson for 7th graders, students will explore various coping skills to enhance their mental health awareness. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with practical strategies to manage stress and emotions, fostering resilience and well-being. The session will last 45 minutes and is designed for a Tier 1 classroom setting, ensuring all students benefit from these essential life skills.

Tier 1
4/9
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nsiegel

S

MA Social Worker

Coping Skills Quest

This lesson focuses on enhancing students' coping skills through engaging activities and discussions. By using game-based and inquiry-based learning strategies, students will explore various coping mechanisms and understand their importance in managing stress and emotions. This lesson is crucial for helping students develop resilience and emotional intelligence, which are essential for their overall well-being and success.

Tier 1
2/25

Erica Carlos

E

CA Psychologist

Coping and Communication

This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.

Tier 1
2/25
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Corey Maloney

S

MA School Administrator

Coping and Communication

This lesson aims to provide students with coping strategies and create clear channels for communication to help them process recent unsettling events. By engaging in a trauma-informed discussion and inquiry-based activities, students will learn to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment. This lesson is crucial in helping students feel more secure and supported, both at school and at home.

Tier 1
2/25
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Corey Maloney

S

MA School Administrator

Coping Skills Quick Guide

This lesson introduces 6th grade students to basic coping skills, focusing on simple strategies they can use in everyday situations. It's designed to be brief yet impactful, providing students with tools to manage stress and emotions effectively. This lesson is particularly important as it helps students develop resilience and emotional regulation, which are crucial for their mental health and well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Jessica Lonergan

S

MA Counselor

Coping Strategies in Action

This lesson introduces 6th-grade students to effective coping strategies for managing anxiety. Through experiential learning and trauma-informed teaching, students will engage in activities that help them understand and practice these strategies in a supportive environment. This lesson is crucial for building resilience and emotional regulation skills, which are essential for students' overall well-being and academic success.

Tier 1
2/25
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Aisha Squalli

S

MA Counselor

Coping Skills Quest

This lesson introduces 8th graders to effective coping skills for managing anxiety through engaging activities. Using a combination of Game-Based Learning and Active Learning strategies, students will explore various coping mechanisms, including deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and positive self-talk. This lesson is crucial as it equips students with practical tools to manage their emotions, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

Tier 1
2/25
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Kristen Lopez

D

AZ Counselor

Coping Strategies Game

This lesson introduces Grade 1 students to basic coping strategies through a fun and interactive game. The lesson is important as it helps young learners develop essential emotional regulation skills, which are crucial for their social and emotional development. By engaging in a game-based activity, students will learn how to identify and apply coping strategies in a supportive and enjoyable environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Ariana Dekeon

S

MA Counselor

Coping with Emotions

In this lesson, students will learn and practice coping skills through a fun and interactive session. The lesson includes a discussion, an engaging activity, and a video on managing feelings and emotions. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential tools to manage their emotions and stress, fostering emotional regulation and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Melissa Mader

S

MA Counselor

Coping Skills in Action

This lesson focuses on reinforcing coping skills that the student has previously learned, with an emphasis on practical application in the classroom setting. By engaging in a hands-on activity and reflective discussion, the student will better understand how to apply these skills in real-life situations, ultimately enhancing their emotional regulation and classroom behavior.

Tier 3
2/25

Erica Carlos

E

CA Psychologist

Building Resilience: Coping Skills Workshop

In this workshop, students will explore different coping strategies through role-playing scenarios. They will learn to identify stressful situations and practice strategies to manage them effectively, boosting their emotional resilience. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential skills to handle stress and challenges, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Victoria Claas

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WI Counselor

What Would You Do?

Engage students in scenario-based discussions to practice emotional regulation in hypothetical challenging situations. This lesson is important as it helps students develop critical emotional regulation skills, which are essential for managing stress and making thoughtful decisions. Designed for 9th-grade students, this lesson is intended to be completed in a single 25-minute session and is classified as Tier 3: Individual support.

Tier 3
3/28
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Alissa Wright

Counselor

Mindful Regulation and Safe Responses

This lesson focuses on helping students manage their responses to social and environmental triggers through cognitive exposure and practice. By using trauma-informed teaching, active learning, and project-based learning strategies, students will engage in activities that promote self-regulation and safe behavior responses. This lesson is crucial for developing emotional intelligence and resilience, enabling students to navigate challenging situations effectively.

Tier 1
2/25
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Francesca Styles

S

MA Behavior Interventionist

Healthy Coping Strategies

Teaching 3rd-grade students about healthy coping mechanisms to manage stress and trauma.

Tier 1
2/25
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Victoria Claas

v

WI Counselor

Building Resilience in the Classroom

This lesson focuses on helping middle school students understand and develop resilience, which is essential for maintaining proper behavior in the classroom. By learning practical strategies from the 'On Resilience' video, students will be better equipped to handle difficult emotions and situations.

Tier 1
2/25
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Michael Schaefer

D

AZ Math

Supporting Students After Trauma

This lesson aims to provide middle school students with a supportive environment to process emotions after witnessing a traumatic event. It incorporates trauma-informed teaching strategies to help students feel safe and understood. The lesson includes a brief discussion, a reading, and a video to introduce coping mechanisms and emotional management.

Tier 1
2/25
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James Dill

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NY Instructor

Coping Skills Showdown

In this engaging 15-minute lesson for middle school students, we will explore essential coping skills through a fun and interactive activity. This lesson is designed to equip students with practical strategies to manage stress and emotions, fostering resilience and emotional well-being.

Tier 1
4/15

malane

Psychologist

Building Resilience: Standing Strong

This lesson focuses on teaching middle school students strategies to build emotional resilience in the face of bullying. Through interactive exercises, students will learn to boost their self-esteem and develop effective coping mechanisms. This lesson is important as it empowers students to handle challenging social situations with confidence and emotional strength, fostering a supportive and inclusive school environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Ariana Bueno

S

MA Counselor, Special Education Teacher, Social Worker, Behavior Interventionist

Behavior Boosters

This lesson aims to address bad behavior among middle school students by using Restorative Practices, Collaborative Learning, and Game-Based Learning. Through engaging activities and discussions, students will learn about the impact of their actions and develop strategies for positive behavior. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the consequences of their actions and encourages them to make better choices, fostering a positive and respectful classroom environment.

Tier 1
2/25
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Arthur Tripp

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NC Instructor

Coping Like a Pro

This lesson introduces 7th graders to essential coping skills, helping them manage stress and emotions effectively. It's crucial for their emotional well-being and equips them with tools to handle challenges in everyday life. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session, providing classroom-wide support (Tier 1).

Tier 1
5/2
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Marissa Butcher

E

CA School Administrator

Coping Like a Pro

This lesson introduces 7th-grade students to effective coping strategies to manage stress and emotions. It's crucial for students to develop these skills to navigate the challenges of adolescence and build resilience. The lesson is designed for a single 30-minute session, providing practical techniques and fostering a supportive classroom environment.

Tier 1
4/4
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kerrianne.fraser

S

MA Counselor

Building Emotional Resilience

In this lesson, students will learn about emotional resilience and practice strategies to manage stress and bounce back from setbacks. The lesson includes group discussions and role-playing activities to make the learning process interactive and engaging. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential life skills to handle challenges and maintain mental well-being.

Tier 1
2/25

Rhett Lange

q

TX Counselor

Safe Space Map

In this Tier 1 lesson for 5th graders, students will identify personal coping strategies and safe zones in their classroom using guided discussions and creative activities. Over one 30-minute session, learners will develop emotional self-awareness, map their “safe spaces,” and practice quick check-ins and closure rituals to support grief and loss coping skills.

Tier 1
5/14
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Allysa Adams

W

MN Social Worker

Stand Up, Speak Out!

This lesson aims to educate 7th-grade students about the importance of standing up against bullying and supporting peers who may be victims. Through a combination of reading, discussion, video, and activities, students will learn strategies to combat bullying and foster a supportive school environment. This session is crucial in promoting empathy, resilience, and proactive behavior among students, equipping them with the tools to handle bullying situations effectively.

Tier 1
2/25
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Joleen Shillingford

h

NY Counselor

Coping Skills Adventure

This lesson is designed to help a 20-year-old intellectually disabled student learn and utilize coping skills to manage emotions and understand the causes of their upset feelings. Through a combination of video, interactive activities, and discussions, the student will engage in a supportive learning environment that encourages self-awareness and emotional regulation. This lesson is important as it empowers the student with practical strategies to handle emotional challenges, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Tier 3
2/25

David Sayegh

E

CA Psychologist

Coping Skills Adventure

In this lesson, students will learn essential coping skills through an engaging game-based activity and a reflective worksheet. This lesson is important as it equips students with strategies to manage their emotions and stress, fostering resilience and emotional intelligence.

Tier 1
2/25
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Melissa Mader

S

MA Counselor

Respectful Behavior Adventure

This lesson focuses on understanding and addressing bullying through a trauma-informed approach, using video-based learning and interactive activities. It includes a video, a role-playing activity, and a discussion to reinforce the concepts of self-esteem, support networks, and seeking help. This lesson is important as it helps students understand the impact of bullying and equips them with strategies to handle such situations effectively.

Tier 1
2/25
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Melissa Mader

S

MA Counselor

Understanding Our Impact

This lesson aims to help a 4th grade student with Autism understand how their behavior impacts others and to explore effective coping strategies when feeling upset. By using trauma-informed teaching, restorative practices, and active learning, the lesson will provide a safe and engaging environment for the student to learn and practice these skills. This lesson is important as it fosters emotional regulation and empathy, which are crucial for social interactions and personal well-being.

Tier 3
2/25
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Amanda Duffy

S

MA Counselor

Creating an Emotional Safety Plan

This lesson focuses on helping students understand the importance of having an emotional safety plan and guiding them to create their own. This is crucial for their emotional well-being in various situations, fostering a sense of preparedness and confidence in managing their emotions.

Tier 1
2/25

Brian Anderson

h

NY Instructor

Coping Skills Bootcamp

This lesson focuses on teaching an 8th-grade male student coping mechanisms to manage frustration and reduce crying. Through a combination of video learning, experiential activities, and discussions, the student will learn practical strategies to regulate emotions. This lesson is important as it empowers the student with tools to handle emotional challenges, promoting emotional resilience and self-regulation.

Tier 3
2/25

Erica Carlos

E

CA Psychologist

Promoting Mental Health Awareness

This lesson focuses on the importance of mental health, debunking myths, and encouraging students to talk openly about their feelings and seek help when needed. The session will include watching a video, group discussions, and interactive activities. This lesson is crucial because it helps students recognize the significance of mental health, fosters a supportive environment, and reduces stigma around mental health issues.

Tier 1
2/25
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Lindsey Price

q

TX Counselor

You Matter: Building Emotional Resilience

This lesson focuses on suicide prevention and social-emotional support for 9th-grade students. It aims to build emotional resilience and awareness, providing students with the tools and understanding to support themselves and others. This important session will help students recognize signs of emotional distress and learn strategies to seek help and offer support, fostering a supportive community environment.

Tier 1
4/4
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Meghan Erney

i

OH Social Worker

Building Emotional Resilience

This lesson guides students through exploring their emotional responses to stress using role-playing scenarios. It focuses on healthy coping strategies and emotional awareness, fostering resilience and self-awareness. This lesson is important as it equips students with the skills to manage stress effectively, promoting mental well-being and emotional intelligence.

Tier 1
2/25

Nakia Avery

a

NC Counselor

Coping Skills Toolbox

In this lesson, students will create a personalized toolbox of coping strategies to handle stress and anxiety. Through hands-on activities and role-playing scenarios, students will practice and refine these skills. This lesson is important as it equips students with practical tools to manage stress, promoting emotional well-being and resilience.

Tier 1
2/25
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Melissa Geary

E

CA Instructor