Managing Anxiety

This 2-hour workshop is structured around workbook and discussion-based activities, focusing on understanding and managing anxiety.

The stand-alone single-session workshop is designed for secondary school pupils (S1-S6) and accommodates up to 15 pupils.

Core Themes Covered:

• Defining anxiety and its origins
• Identifying the impacts of anxiety
• Developing healthy coping strategies

Programme Goals:

• Increase awareness around anxiety and stress
• Provide tools for developing healthy coping strategies

Benefits for Pupils:

• Identify factors contributing to anxiety
• Increase awareness of anxiety’s effects on self and others
• Recognize personal strengths
• Develop effective coping strategies
• Share and reflect on experiences with peers
• Enhance self-awareness

Key Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify contributing factors to anxiety
2. Increase awareness of the effects of anxiety
3. Recognize personal strengths
4. Develop robust coping strategies
5. Share and discuss anxiety with peers
6. Increase self-awareness

Through this workshop, pupils will gain valuable insights and practical strategies to manage anxiety, fostering resilience and well-being.