The second lesson plan in the Healthy Living series looks at stress management and provides teens with tools and coping strategies.

Concepts

self esteem, social-emotional learning, stress management, stressors, coping skills, mindfulness, self-management

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Instructional Ideas

• Post in the classroom the contact information for on-campus and community support services
  

Classroom Considerations

• Prior to the lesson, instructors should review reporting requirements
• During the lesson, observe for pupils showing signs of distress and report concerns to the appropriate staff

Pros

• The lesson PowerPoint includes a list of free apps to help cope with stress and suggestions for how to reframe negative self-talk

Cons

• None