Lesson Plan
Trigger Identification Outline
Guide the student to recognize personal emotional triggers, map their responses, and select safe coping strategies in a structured 40-minute session.
Helping students identify and understand their triggers fosters self-awareness and empowers them with trauma-sensitive coping skills to manage stress and improve school climate.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review Materials
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction
5 minutes
Step 2
Trigger Identification
10 minutes
Step 3
Response Mapping
10 minutes
Step 4
Coping Strategy Exploration
10 minutes
Step 5
Action Plan & Reflection
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Coping Strategy Choices
What Is a Coping Strategy?
Grounding Techniques
Deep Breathing
Progressive Muscle Relaxation
Support Network Contact
Journaling
Next Steps & Reflection
Worksheet
Script
