Learning Objectives I understand the types of things
Learning Objectives • I understand the types of things people might need help with at secondary school • I understand it’s okay to ask for support
Group Agreement • Be open and honest • Think about how others might be feeling • What said in the room stays in the room • Ask if you don’t understand • Join in
Paired discussion Can you list the type of problems you might encounter in secondary school?
Asking for Support
Paired discussion Why do some children not ask for support?
Paired discussion Are there different ways of coping with problems?
Different ways of coping Denial: ignore it and it will go away Self blame: it’s my fault Act out: get angry, behaves badly in class Philosophical: use humour Composure: not going to let this get to me
Different ways of coping Problem solving: try and sort things out Ask for help: work with others to sort things out
Problem solving cycle
Activity 1 Discuss each scenario and three ways to deal with each situation
Activity 2 Discuss what the problem actual is What are the effects of the problem on the person? Why should the problem be addressed? Brainstorm all the possible options for dealing with the problem Choose the best options
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