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Mastering Self-Regulation

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Lesson Plan

Session 1: Understanding Self-Regulation

Introduce ADHD students to self-regulation by exploring emotions and attention control, equipping them with strategies for managing their feelings and focus.

Understanding self-regulation is key for ADHD students to navigate emotional ups and downs and boost academic and personal success by effectively managing attention.

Audience

ADHD Students (Tier 2 Group Lesson)

Time

90 minutes total; 30 minutes per session

Approach

Interactive activities, discussions, and visual aids.

Materials

Session 1: Understanding Self-Regulation, and Slide Deck: Self-Regulation Strategies

Prep

Review and Setup Materials

15 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Discussion (Session 1)

30 minutes

  • Introduce the concept of self-regulation with simple definitions and relatable examples.
  • Discuss feelings and attention control; ask students to share moments when they felt overwhelmed.
  • Use interactive activities from the Session 1: Understanding Self-Regulation plan to solidify concepts.

Step 2

Interactive Slide Deck Session (Session 2)

30 minutes

  • Present the Slide Deck: Self-Regulation Strategies to visually reinforce strategies.
  • Engage students with short, focused activities aligned with the slides.
  • Pause for questions and quick group exercises to maintain engagement.

Step 3

Practice and Reflection (Session 3)

30 minutes

  • Lead a practice session where students apply self-regulation techniques in real-time scenarios.
  • Facilitate a reflection discussion encouraging students to share what worked best for them.
  • Summarize key strategies and invite feedback for future practice.
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Slide Deck

Self-Regulation Strategies

Welcome to our session on self-regulation!

In this session, we'll explore techniques to help manage your emotions and maintain focus. Get ready to learn and practice strategies that work!

Introduce the lesson and set the tone. Emphasize that these strategies are designed to help manage emotions and focus, especially for those who find it challenging to stay on task. Briefly describe the flow of the slide deck.

Understanding Emotions

  • What are emotions?
  • Recognizing your feelings
  • How emotions impact focus

Discuss how understanding emotions is the first step. Ask students to think about a time when they felt overwhelmed and what they did to calm down. Engage them with a quick discussion.

Attention Control Techniques

  • Deep breathing exercises
  • Short breaks and movement
  • Using visual reminders

Explain attention control techniques. Provide simple, easy-to-understand strategies like taking deep breaths, using a stress ball, or short movement breaks. Encourage interactive participation.

Interactive Practice

Let's practice together!

  • Pair up or form small groups and discuss which technique you find most appealing.
  • Share experiences and tips.

Outline an interactive practice session. This slide should prompt a group activity or paired discussion. Use this time to let students share what techniques they've used or would like to try.

Session Recap & Next Steps

Today we learned:
• How to recognize and understand our emotions
• Techniques to control our attention
• The value of practice in self-regulation

Questions or final thoughts?

Summarize the session and invite questions. Highlight the importance of practicing self-regulation strategies daily.

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