Healthy Self Name Class Period Bell Ringer Fill out the bell ringer at the beginning of each class period. I f you are ABSENT for a bell ringer you can copy the information from my website www.missgarfield.weebly.com. Date Objective and Question
Goal Setting What is the difference between dreams and goals? What does it mean to be proactive? Short term goal: Long term goal: List the 5 steps of setting good goals 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. List a short-term goal you would like to accomplish this week. List a long-term goal you would like to accomplish. Explain the acronym SMART S M A R T Make your short-term goal from above SMARTer. How can you personally benefit from setting goals?
Decision Making What factors influence our decisions? How do our values affect the decision we make? What is the difference between proactive and reactive decision-making? Identify some potentially dangerous situations that could result in serious injury. What kind of guarantee do people have that nothing bad will happen when they participate in risky behaviors? How does making good choices take away a person s freedom or give them more freedom? Taking negative risk can be fun and exciting, a real rush. What are positive ways young people can get those same type of feelings? How do you feel about the choices you are making and the risks you are taking? List the steps in the HELP model H E L P What are some methods that work to help you to make more informed decisions?
Decision Bubbles 1. Write down a problem or decision you need to make in the largest circle. 2. In the medium-sized bubbles write down the possible options you have. 3. In the smallest bubbles write down the possible consequences of each option. 4. Make sure to fill all of the bubbles. There are often more options than we initially think. Write decision here
Self-Esteem Define self-esteem PEOPLE WITH HIGH SELF-ESTEEM are of their act assume easily tolerate approach with enthusiasm feel of influencing others PEOPLE WITH LOW SELF-ESTEEM avoid situations that require their own Are easily by others for their are overly become easily feel Ways to improve self-esteem ANTS - Positive thinking Define perception Sold Out Rock Concert Thought Emotion Rock Star Security Guard Fan who could not get a ticket Explain the following quote: What you think about, you bring about. Whether you think you can or you think you can t you are right.
Re-write the following thoughts so they are positive and more truthful. It s my fault the TEAM lost the game. The whole class will laugh at me. I gained 5 pounds; I am as big as a whale. I always do lousy on tests. The teacher doesn t like me. I only got an A because the test was easy. My whole day was ruined by Rob teasing Jan. I m ugly. The steak is burnt- the meal is ruined! What kind of ANTS are ruining your life picnic? List below 3 negative thought that you (or someone you know) sometimes have. Re-write what you could say to squash it by telling the truth. Thought Re-write thought Why is it important to change the negative thought? What are some other ways you can distract your mind from negative thoughts?
Stress Match the definitions with the correct term. 1. Define stress: 2. List the terms used to identify positive and negative stress. Give an example of each. 3. What is adrenaline? 4. What is fight-or-flight and when does it happen? 5. List three things that happen to the body during fight-or-flight. 7. What is the result of too much stress? 8. List ways that you have dealt with stress in the past and check whether each was effective or not. Method Effective Not effective Stress Reduction List 5 ways to cope with stress and circle the ones you think might be effective for you. Which of these are you going to use this week to reduce you stress?
Describe the following stress reduction methods and explain how they can help reduce stress Laughter: Therapeutic writing or art: Deep breathing: Progressive muscle Relaxation: Guided imagery: Which method worked best for you?
Mental Disorders/Brain Disorders Explain mental disorder Define stigma How common are mental disorders? Why and when is it important to get help? List 5 warning signs of mental/emotional problems. Disorder Description Symptoms Treatments Bipolar Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Generalized Anxiety Disorder Panic Disorder Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Schizophrenia Agoraphobia Phobias Social Phobia Dissociative Disorders ADD/ADHD
Depression What is depression? List 5 signs and symptoms of depression. Why do people get depressed? How can you help someone with depression? True or False Depression is always inherited. Anyone can become depressed Depression can last for years if not treated. Depression can cause symptoms like The only treatment for depression is medication stomachaches and headaches. How is depression treated? What can you do if you or someone you know suffers from depression? Suicide List some risk and protective factors related to suicide. Risk Protective Warning Signs What should you do if your friend is thinking about suicide? (QPR) Question the person to see if he or she is really thinking about suicide Write two questions you could ask someone to see if he or she is really thinking about suicide. 1. 2. Persuade the person to get help Write two examples of things you could say to persuade someone thinking about suicide to get help. 1. 2. Refer for help Write three specific professionals, agencies, organizations, or trusted adults you could make a referral to. 1. 2. 3. What should you do in an emergency? What should you do when talking with a person who is contemplating suicide?
Challenges and Resiliency What makes life hard? What challenges have you encountered in your life? List some of the positive ways that you have dealt with your challenges. Define resiliency. List 5 characteristics of a resilient person. What are risk and protective factors and how do they affect your resiliency? What is the positive side of challenges? Explain the difference between an optimist and a pessimist. How does you attitude affect how you deal with and overcome challenges? List a negative situation and then write something positive that could come from that situation. Explain what the following quote means: Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it. Charles Swindoll I can overcome my obstacles and deal with adversity in a positive manner by:
Checklist for Teens Risk vs. Protective Factors Check each statements that s true or you (yes, no, sometimes). Yes No Sometimes 1. I feel loved and supported in my family. 2. I can go to my parents for advice and support. We talk with each other often about many different things, including serious issues. 3. I know at least three adults (besides my parents) that I can go to for advice and support. 4. My neighbors give me support and encouragement. They care about me. 5. My school is a caring, encouraging place to be. 6. My parents are actively involved in helping me succeed at school. 7. I feel valued and appreciated by adults in my community. 8. I am given useful roles in my community. 9. I do an hour or more of community service each week. 10. I feel safe at home, at school, and in my neighborhood. 11. My family has both clear rules and consequences for my behavior. They also monitor my whereabouts. 12. My school has clear rules and consequences for behavior. 13. My neighbors take responsibility for monitoring my behavior. 14. My parents and other adults inmy life model positive, responsible behavior. 15. My best friends model responsible behavior. They are a good influence on me. 16. My parents and teachers encourage me to do well. 17. I spend three or more hours each week in lessons or practice in music, theater, or other arts. 18. I spend three or more hours each week in school or community sports, clubs, or organizations. 19. I spend one or more hours each week in religious services or spiritual activities 20. I go out with friends with nothing special to do two or fewer nights each week. 21. I want to do well in school. 22. I like to learn new things. 23. I do an hour or more of homework each school day. 24. I care about my school. 25. I spend three or more hours each week reading for pleasure. 26. I believe that it is really important to help other people. 27. I want to help make the world a better place. 28. I act on my convictions and stand up for my beliefs. 29. I tell the truth even when it s not easy. 30. I take personal responsibility for my actions and decisions. 31. I believe that it is important for me not to use alcohol/drugs or participate in other dangerous behaviors. 32. I m good at planning ahead and making decisions. 33. I m good at making and keeping friends. 34. I know and feel comfortable around people of different cultural, racial, and/or ethnic backgrounds. 35. I resist negative peer pressure and avoid dangerous situations. 36. I try to resolve conflicts nonviolently. 37. I feel that I have control over many things that happen to me. 38. I feel good about myself. 39. I believe that my life has a purpose. 40. I feel positive about my future.