Understanding Anxiety

Alma Pacheco

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Understanding Anxiety

Understanding and managing anxiety

This lesson plan aims to help 8th graders understand and manage anxiety through discussions, activities, and worksheets. By exploring the concept of anxiety, students will learn to identify their own feelings and develop strategies to cope with them. This lesson is important as it equips students with essential emotional regulation skills, promoting mental well-being and resilience.

Audience

8th Graders

Time

30 minutes, 4 times a week

Approach

Materials

Discussion Questions, Worksheet on Anxiety, Activity Instructions, and Pens and Paper

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a brief introduction to the topic of anxiety.
Explain the importance of understanding and managing anxiety in daily life.

Step 2

Discussion

10 mins

Use the provided discussion questions to facilitate a conversation about anxiety.
Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences in a safe environment.

Step 3

Activity

10 mins

Conduct an activity where students identify situations that cause anxiety and brainstorm coping strategies.
Use the activity instructions to guide the process.

Step 4

Worksheet Completion

5 mins

Distribute the worksheet on anxiety.
Allow students to complete it individually, providing assistance as needed.

Step 5

Closure

5 mins

Recap the key points discussed in the lesson.
Encourage students to practice the coping strategies learned.

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Discussion

Discussion on Anxiety

A guided discussion to help students explore their understanding of anxiety and share personal experiences.

What is anxiety and how does it feel?

Encourage students to describe anxiety in their own words and share personal experiences if comfortable.

What are some common situations that cause anxiety?

Guide students to think about different scenarios that might trigger anxiety, such as exams or social situations.

How can we manage anxiety effectively?

Discuss various coping strategies, such as deep breathing, talking to someone, or engaging in a hobby.

Worksheet

Anxiety Worksheet

A worksheet designed to help students identify anxiety triggers and develop coping strategies.

List three situations that make you feel anxious.

Think about times when you felt nervous or worried.

Describe how your body feels when you are anxious.

Consider physical sensations like a racing heart or sweaty palms.

Write down two strategies you can use to manage anxiety.

Consider techniques like deep breathing or talking to a friend.