Curated OER
Kids Health: Figuring Out Phobias
A phobia is "an extremely strong fear of a situation or thing." Phobias don't just last a few minutes, they are fears that stay with you. A kid who has a phobia of dogs will go out of his way to avoid any situation that involves his...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: How Do I Deal With Frustration in a Positive Way?
Working through our frustration can help us grow our brains and it's also perfectly normal to get frustrated! This article explains four suggested steps for dealing with frustration.
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Psych Page: Defenses
This resource presents a terms list of psychological defenses, including withdrawal, displacement, sublimation, and projection, with definitions and typical manifestations.
Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic: Adjustment Disorders
Explains what an adjustment disorder is, the symptoms, causes, risk factors, complications, what to expect when seeing a doctor, treatments, self-help, and prevention.
Read Works
Read Works: Animal Influence
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about how animals can help people cope with stress and difficult emotions. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Nancy Etcoff on the Surprising Science of Happiness
Cognitive researcher, Nancy Etcoff looks at our pursuit of happiness and its surprising effect on our bodies. [14:22]
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Losing Everything
Nine days before TED2008, filmmaker David Hoffman lost almost everything he owned in a fire that destroyed his home, office and 30 years of passionate collecting. He looks back at a life that's been wiped clean in an instant -- and looks...
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Save, Suicide Awareness Voices of Education
Information and education about suicide and its prevention. Links to facts, misconceptions, Q&As, books, and other articles on the topic.
Curated OER
Kids Health: The Real Deal on Repeating a Grade
How would you feel if you just found out you needed to repeat a grade? Maybe you just found out that you actually do need to repeat. It really isn't that uncommon for students to repeat some grades in school. Use this article to help you...
Curated OER
Kids Health: Dealing With the Terrorist Attacks
Terrorism is all over the world. How do children deal with hearing and seeing these terrible events? Here is a site that children can read that may help them deal with their feelings.
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American Association of Suicidology
The web site of the American Association of Suicidology which presents information, links, and resources dedicated to the understanding and prevention of suicide.
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The Complete Guide to the Alexander Technique
A website for learning about this alternative approach to coping with the physical demands that performers face. The site has a wealth of useful information and resources.