Nuffield Foundation
Monitoring the Body's Reaction to Stress
When stressed, do you prefer the fight or flight response? Scholars observe, measure, and identify the body's response to stress using a well-researched methodology. They learn about the autonomic nervous system, hormones, and more.
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The Point is to Make ATP
Storing and transferring energy is explained here with reference to the fight or flight response, along with the need for activity in times of lowered nutrition. This is a great summary of ATP applications, and after the multiple stages...
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The Nervous System
Human biology beginners label colorful diagrams of the neuron, the reflex pathway, and the brain. They list steps in the action potential process, and describe several different neurotransmitters. This worksheet guides learners through...
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Basic Animal Behavior in Domesticated Animals
Pupils investigate animal behavior, examining the nervous system and the physiology of the brain and the fight or flight response. They simulate animal behaviors and discuss the difference between an instinct and a behavior.
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Animal Behavior
For this animal behavior worksheet, students will review various types of animal behavior including those that are instinctual and those that are learned. This worksheet has 10 true or false and 8 matching questions.
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Survival: The Human Body in Extreme Environments
Students name and describe the major systems that work together as a unity to monitor and regulate the human body as it goes about its business of securing the essential requirements for life. They identify specific human features and/or...
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Kites of Japan
Students perform research into the designs of Japanese kites in order to appreciate them for their aerodynamic designs. The appreciation builds student interest in order to produce their own similar designs.
NYU Student Health Center
SOS For Emotions
How can we care for our emotional health? By following the tips in this colorful, helpful, suggestion-filled guide.
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Escape! Survival of the Fittest Grasshopper
Fourth graders, in groups, design a paperclip grasshopper. They determine its ability to survive a prey by jumping high, far, or with a distracting behavior.
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Stress, Coping and Health
In this psychology activity, students complete 5 short answer questions on possible reasons for stress and how to cope with it.
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Left and Right Brains
Students research the part of the brain known as the corpus callosum. The part of the brain that connects the left and right brain, students investigate its functions and how data passes from one side to another.
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Egypt's Nonviolent Revolution
Middle schoolers explore the nonviolent protests of the Egyptians. In this current events lesson, students watch a video and read articles about the 2011 Egyptian uprising. Middle schoolers compare the Egyptian protest to the...
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Conflict Resolution
Conflict resolution is an important part of a positive school experience. Here, learners practice strategies to resolve problems. They learn how to use I statements, engage in role plays, and practice giving affirmation.
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The Power of Nonviolent Resistance
Learners discuss the power of nonviolent resistance in terms of Dr. Martin Luther King and the boycotts that he led. In this nonviolent resistance lesson plan, students discuss their thoughts of nonviolent resistance and how they can use...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: The Science of Stage Fright (And How to Overcome It)
This video focuses on stage fright and how to overcome it. It discusses the Fight or Flight response and how it works in your body. He also discusses ways to overcome stage fright through practice and exercises to trick your brain to...
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Quelling the Adrenaline Response: Lesson 2
At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand and be able to use basic techniques to reduce intensity of their own fight or flight reaction. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "Quelling the Adrenaline Response."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Raising the "Reaction Threshold": Lesson 2
At the end of this tutorial, the learner will understand how familiarity with situations and preparation can reduce the likelihood and intensity of their fight or flight reaction. It is 2 of 3 in the series titled "Raising the "Reaction...
Science Museum, London
Making the Modern World: What Is Stress?
This website gives an overview of stress, its causes, and the physical and psychological results. Case studies and a glossary are included.