• Antecedents and Consequences of Problem Behaviors

    • Topics
      ADD/ADHD, Adoption, Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Autism Spectrum, Behavior Management, Bullying and Cyberbullying, Conflict Resolution, Depression, Divorce, Emotional Problems, Goals, Self-Control, Self-Injury, Stress, Study Skills, Time Management
    • Objective

      To use a systematic tool for recording and assessing antecedents leading up to problem behavior, the problem behavior, and then the consequences. To analyze upward and downward patterns of problem behavior. To use assessment tool as a jumping off point for discussions with client.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Adult, Early Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Are You Keeping a PTSD Secret?

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Health Issues, Loss & Grieving, Physical Health, Positive Thinking, Stress
    • Objective

      To provide an understanding of the impact of overwhelming, long-term traumatic stress. To provide an understanding of the thoughts and feelings associated with a PTSD episode. To reinforce importance of accessing support from others when experiencing PTSD.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Asking for Help: Adult

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Feelings, Loss & Grieving, Motivation, Self-Injury, Stress
    • Objective

      Self-assessment checklist to identify thoughts and feelings which may be barriers to accessing help when having suicidal thoughts. To offer rationale and motivation for accessing help.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      2

  • Battling Depression, Anxiety, Suspicions, Etc.

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Loss & Grieving, Motivation, Physical Health, Self-Injury, Spirituality, Stress
    • Objective

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      A:B1 Improve Learning, A:B2 Plan to Achieve Goals, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      4

  • Being Separated From a Loved One

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anger Management, Anxiety Disorders, Conflict Resolution, Depression, Emotional Problems, Health Issues, Loss & Grieving, Relationships, Self-Control, Stress
    • Objective

      To provide activities on how to better cope with being separated from your loved ones.

    • Types of Tools
      Activity
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:A2 Acquire Interpersonal Skills, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      6

  • Bereavement Therapy Activities

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Depression, Loss & Grieving
    • Objective

      To describe the rationale and the different development approaches when implementing bereavement therapy; to offer various resources for additional reading on topic.

    • Types of Tools
      Technique
    • Grades
      Early Elementary School, Preschool, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Blood Alcohol Content

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Health Issues, Physical Health, Self-Control
    • Objective

      To understand the factors in determining blood alcohol content and the effects that various amounts of alcohol have on the body.

    • Types of Tools
      Worksheet
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, A:B1 Improve Learning
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Child and Adolescent Mental Health: Glossary of Terms

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Emotional Problems, Health Issues, Self-Injury
    • Objective

      A glossary of frequently used terms regarding the mental health needs of children and adolescents.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion, Handout
    • Grades
      High School, Middle School, Upper Elementary School
    • ASCA Standards
      A:A2 Acquire Skills for Improving Learning, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      5

  • Come to Recovery Island

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Depression, Goals, Health Issues, Positive Thinking, Self-Esteem
    • Objective

      To increase awareness of where one is in the recovery process through a directive therapeutic approach.

    • Types of Tools
      Discussion
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:B1 Self-Knowledge Application, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      3

  • Coping Skills for Increasing Wellness

    • Topics
      Alcohol and Drug Prevention, Physical Health, Self-Control, Self-Injury
    • Objective

      To increase awareness about ways to maintain wellness through coping and recovery skills.

    • Types of Tools
      Assessment
    • Grades
      Adult
    • ASCA Standards
      PS:A1: Acquire Self-Knowledge, PS:C1 Acquire Personal Safety Skills
    • Number of pages
      4