Helping Teens Learn Self-Regulation is a structured and interactive workbook designed to help teenagers develop self-awareness, emotional regulation, and coping skills. Using a combination of reflection exercises, scenario-based learning, and practical strategies, this resource provides teens with tools to manage stress, understand their emotions, and build healthy habits for self-control.
What’s Inside?
- Physical Regulation Skills – Helps teens identify warning signs of stress, find a safe place, and develop calming strategies.
- Emotional Regulation Strategies – Encourages teens to label their emotions, express feelings in healthy ways, and take ownership of their reactions.
- Cognitive Regulation Techniques – Teaches teens to challenge unhealthy thoughts, plan for success, and focus on personal strengths.
- Warning System Exercises – Guides teens to recognise physical and emotional signs of stress and learn how to respond appropriately.
- Scenarios and Discussion Prompts – Includes real-life situations where teens reflect on emotional triggers and develop problem-solving strategies.
- Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques – Offers exercises such as deep breathing, guided visualisation, and movement-based relaxation techniques.
- Personal Reflection Worksheets – Encourages goal-setting, self-assessment, and self-improvement through structured activities.
Practical Ways to Use This Resource
- School-Based Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs – Teachers and school counsellors can use these activities to support students in developing self-regulation skills.
- Therapeutic Support and Counselling – Ideal for mental health professionals helping teens manage emotions, stress, and impulsivity.
- At-Home Guidance for Parents – Parents can use the exercises to help their teens build emotional resilience and problem-solving abilities.
- Peer Group Discussions and Workshops – Can be used in youth programs, support groups, or leadership training sessions.
- Personal Development for Independent Teens – Teens can work through the exercises on their own to gain self-awareness and improve emotional regulation skills.
Who Can Benefit from This Resource?
This workbook is designed for teenagers who struggle with stress, impulsivity, or emotional overwhelm. It is a valuable tool for parents, teachers, therapists, and youth workers looking to help teens develop practical self-regulation strategies for school, home, and social situations.
By working through Helping Teens Learn Self-Regulation, teens can gain confidence in managing their emotions, making thoughtful decisions, and handling challenges with a balanced mindset.
