Lesson Plan

Exploring Stress Origins

Students will explore the biological and psychological origins of stress, understand its impact on daily life, and develop coping mechanisms by identifying personal stressors.

Understanding stress empowers students to recognize its triggers, manage responses, and build resilience, promoting emotional and mental well-being.

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Prep

Preparation for Lesson

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction and Overview

10 minutes

Step 2

Deep Dive into Stress

15 minutes

Step 3

Group Discussion: Triggers in Daily Life

10 minutes

Step 4

Activity: Identifying Personal Stressors

10 minutes

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Slide Deck

Stress: A Deep Dive

Introduce the topic of stress by defining stress and explaining its importance both biologically and psychologically. Emphasize that stress is a natural response and set up the rest of the presentation.

Biological Foundations of Stress

Discuss the biological basis of stress including the role of the autonomic nervous system and the 'fight or flight' response. Use diagrams if available.

Psychological Aspects of Stress

Explain the psychological aspects of stress, including cognitive appraisal, perception of threats, and underlying mental processes.

Research Findings and Insights

Present the latest research findings on stress, detailing studies and statistics that highlight the impact stress has on overall health and behavior.

Summary & Next Steps

Summarize the key points discussed. Introduce the upcoming discussion and activity sessions where students will identify their own stressors and develop coping strategies.

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Discussion

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Activity

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Why Does Stress Exist?

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Bryce Bjork

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