Deployment/Reunification Group Summary



Coping Skills GroupWeek 1Objectives of Week 1 activities:Encourage sharing among studentsBuild group cohesionEstablish participant expectations of attendees of Coping Skills Group Activity 1IntroductionsTopic is Stress ManagementEncourage sharing of common stressors or something they are currently dealing with.Activity 2List symptoms experienced in response to stress Identify social supports and benefits/how they can help. Explore emotional management of stress – discuss negative habits and successes in the past. Discuss importance of life balance and tending to basic needs. Identify important areas in your life. Any areas where you would like to devote more attention? Activity 3Stress Management Tips Handout and stress relieving activity such as figure 8 breathing or progressive muscle relaxation videoWeek 2Objectives of Week 2 activities:Gather information from students about times they have shown positive qualities to build positive self-imageActivity 1Topic is Self-EsteemMy Strengths and Qualities handout and group discussionPositive experiences worksheet and group discussionActivity 2Self-Esteem journalWeek 3Objectives of Week 3 activities:Students will learn about mindfulness and the associated benefits of decreased anxiety and increase of positive emotionsActivity 1Topic is Practicing MindfulnessHow to practice Mindfulness Meditation and handoutActivity 2Mindfulness exercise Activity 35 senses exerciseWeek 4Objectives of Week 4 activities:Understand how to recognize cognitive distortions and challenge negative thoughtsActivity 1Topic is Positive ThinkingIdentify and define cognitive distortions – handout and group discussionActivity 2Challenging negative thoughts – handout and group discussionWeek 5Objectives of Week 5 activities:Guide students through the 5 step problem solving process to develop problem solving skillsActivity Topic is Problem SolvingDistribute Problem Solving Packet and facilitate group discussion on the 5 stepsWeek 6Objectives of Week 6 activities:Foster happiness and sense of well-beingFind meaning and value in your life experiences. People who develop stories about their life tend to experience a greater sense of meaning, which can contribute to happinessActivity 1Topic is Happiness and Well-BeingLife Story: Past, Present, and Future activityActivity 2Positive Steps to Well-Being handout and group discussion ................
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