There's so much going on inside their heads.
Coping statements for OCD are affirmations that promote positivity and resilience in managing persistent worries and repetitive actions associated with the condition. These statements allow clients to feel more in control when they are overwhelmed by intrusive thoughts and the urge to perform rituals, such as repetitive hand washing or arranging items. The OCD Coping Statements Handout helps clients develop more positive self-talk to shift their mindset. It features over 30 uplifting statements that challenge negative thoughts. Some examples include “I don’t have to solve this” and “I am going to let this go.” Kids and teens using this handout will be reminded of their ability to confront fears so they can lead fulfilling lives despite the difficulties posed by OCD. Parents and teachers can enhance support by collaboratively creating a "bravery jar." Together, they can write down their favorite coping statements on paper and select one daily to apply to challenging situations. For additional support with managing OCD check out our handouts on OCD Coping Skills and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP). *This item is an instant digital download. A link to download your files will be emailed to you once payment is confirmed. Want more resources like this? Check out our full catalog of anxiety worksheets and handouts. References: DeGangi, G. A. (2017). Obsessive–compulsive disorder: How to build flexibility and budge compulsive thinking. Pediatric Disorders of Regulation in Affect and Behavior, 273-308. https://doi.org/10.1016/b978-0-12-810423-1.00007-6 Dimala, C. P., Hakim, A. R., & Salsabila, I. M. (2023). Effectiveness of positive self talk to increasing student’s self-confidence. Edutran of Psychology and Behavior, 1(1), 21-27. https://doi.org/10.59805/epb.v1i1.36 Hatzigeorgiadis, A., Zourbanos, N., Mpoumpaki, S., & Theodorakis, Y. (2009). Mechanisms underlying the self-talk–performance relationship: The effects of motivational self-talk on self-confidence and anxiety. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, 10(1), 186-192. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.psychsport.2008.07.009 Nazeer, A., Latif, F., Mondal, A., Azeem, M. W., & Greydanus, D. E. (2020). Obsessive-compulsive disorder in children and adolescents: Epidemiology, diagnosis and management. Translational Pediatrics, 9(S1), S76-S93. https://doi.org/10.21037/tp.2019.10.02
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There's so much going on inside their heads.
Circles and Angles As I started to sort through the year and clean out, I found a sample of the circle foldable that I made with the kids. Years ago at Lakeshore Learning, I came across this really cool white construction paper cut in perfect circles ($4? for 100). It was in the preschool section (I just like to play there once in a while), and it was for something called a Spin and Draw. Apparently, you have something like a Lazy Susan and put the circle cut paper on top of it with a magnet to hold it down, and then give a 3 year old paint. Yeah, not happening in my classroom. But the paper was so cool, that I figured I could use it for something. Over the years I have used it for various foldables about clouds and the water cycle, but a few years ago I got really creative and decided to use it for CIRCLES...I am obviously a genius. It changes every time I do, but these are the basics. Circle/Angles Foldable After discussing how many degrees are in a circle, demonstrate folding it in half - point out that it looks like a protractor - 180 degrees. Then have them open it up and refold it so that they it is in fourths. At this point I make them open it up all the way and tell me how many degrees are in a complete circle. Then I have them fold it in half and tell me how many degrees are in a half circle, and remind them that now it looks like a protractor. Some years I only do this once, and other years we spend a lot of time emphasizing the full/half/fourth circle thing - it just depends. Once I have beat the circle thing into the ground, I have them fold it in half and use a highlighter along the bottom of the half. This starts the introduction for supplementary angles. Then we fold it in fourths, highlight the edges, and introduce complementary angles. This year, we went right into vertical angles. Last year, we did 2 circle foldables - one just for the complementary and supplementary with vertical angles on the flipside, and one with the area with circumference on the flipside. This year on the flipside, we did diameter, radius, area, and circumference. Keep an eye out for Spin and Draw art paper! Sure you could cut out the circles, but WHY when you can get it pre-cut for a reasonable price? Plus, the paper comes shrink-wrapped around a sturdy cardboard circle - perfect for the kids to use if they need to trace circles for some other project. I usually buy two or three packages a year and share with my colleagues. I put them in the paper cupboard where the kids see them all year. It teases them all year and they try to figure out what we are going to do with it. If you have any questions, please ask! I didn't want to go into too many details and preach to the choir:) This is one of those foldables that can change and go with the flow. It does not have to be the same every year - your kids are not the same every year.
OCD in Children: Are You Missing the Signs If you or someone in your family has OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) – your child is more at risk of getting OCD. OCD in children is believed to be inherited. So, along with eye color and hair color – your child can get OCD and Anxiety. [to listen
Pete Roberts has battled with ‘self-hatred’ - but learned to see OCD and dyslexia as his ‘superpowers’ in the classroom
A brochure explaining what excessive reassurance is, tips for helping those with OCD, how to help those seeking excessive reassurance, and resources. Great for caregivers and teachers. *Note: Print 1-2 pages and then fold. Nothing contained in this brochure shall constitute professional advice for medical diagnosis or treatment. The material in this brochure is provided for educational purposes only. The Pawsitive School Counselor does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Embrace acceptance of all kinds with this Halloween themed t-shirt, perfect for counselors, teachers, parents, and anyone who values inclusivity. Foster acceptance of neurodivergent individuals, including Autism, ADHD, OCD, and more. This design can be customized! Please message me with requests. _______ This classic unisex jersey short sleeve tee fits like a well-loved favorite. Soft cotton and quality print make users fall in love with it over and over again. These t-shirts have-ribbed knit collars to bolster shaping. The shoulders are tapered for a better fit over time. Dual side seams hold the garment's shape for longer. .: Made with 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) that is easy to layer, breathable. Perfect for active and leisure wear. .: The retail fit that is perfect for casual and semi-formal settings. The crew neckline adds a classic, neat style that's perfect for accessorizing. .: Bella+Canvas manufactures all its products in the US and internationally in humane, no-sweat-shop, sustainable way and is part of the Fair Labor Association as well as Platinum WRAP certified. .: The tear-away label minimizes skin irritations. .: Fabric blends: Ash and Heather Prism colors - 99% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester; Heather and Solid Blend colors - 52% cotton, 48% polyester; Athletic Heather and Black Heather - 90% cotton, 10% polyester.
Small groups are an essential piece of every elementary classroom’s reading block. My first year teaching, small groups were not part of the instructional model. We taught whole group and then worked with individuals who struggled with that day’s lesson. I was brand-new to teaching. My students learned. I saw growth. Their fluency improved. …
When you're still technically in school, but the conditions just aren't great for teaching, what do you do to make the most of the time? Here are 30 ideas.
Have you just been thrown into the world of ADHD and are trying to navigate a new diagnosis for yourself or a loved one? Read on to find out more.
These OCD Quotes with images are a little reminder of how impactful this disorder is, while also throwing in a little humor for a good laugh.
by Elizabeth Cossick, M. Ed. Comment on this post and be entered to win a $20 School Box gift card. Just for sharing a lil’ ol’ comment. In this series, we’ve compiled our favorite classroo…
Over the last few months I've discovered interactive notebooks and folding resources - and I've fallen hard for them! I love the ways you can combine folding, colouring, words and ideas to create an interactive resource which helps students to explore and engage with the topic they are learning.&
Decoding drills for building fluency helps students apply phonics skills when reading. Perfect warm ups and a great tracking tool, too.
One of my favorite language arts lesson to do in teaching students about synonyms. Using the idea of a "synonym roll," every year my student...
Raise your hand, Pandas who still have a notebook! (A handful of hands slowly come up.) Now, raise your hand if you write in that notebook! While we listen to the humming silence, I have to admit that in the past week, I scribbled out a single post-it note with my groceries list. The fact is obvious: typing has pretty much replaced the good, old and beautiful art of handwriting. (I am not looking at you, doctors!)
Embrace acceptance of all kinds with this Halloween themed t-shirt, perfect for counselors, teachers, parents, and anyone who values inclusivity. Foster acceptance of neurodivergent individuals, including Autism, ADHD, OCD, and more. _______ This classic unisex jersey short sleeve tee fits like a well-loved favorite. Soft cotton and quality print make users fall in love with it over and over again. These t-shirts have-ribbed knit collars to bolster shaping. The shoulders are tapered for a better fit over time. Dual side seams hold the garment's shape for longer. .: Made with 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, a lightweight fabric (4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)) that is easy to layer, breathable. Perfect for active and leisure wear. .: The retail fit that is perfect for casual and semi-formal settings. The crew neckline adds a classic, neat style that's perfect for accessorizing. .: Bella+Canvas manufactures all its products in the US and internationally in humane, no-sweat-shop, sustainable way and is part of the Fair Labor Association as well as Platinum WRAP certified. .: The tear-away label minimizes skin irritations. .: Fabric blends: Ash and Heather Prism colors - 99% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester; Heather and Solid Blend colors - 52% cotton, 48% polyester; Athletic Heather and Black Heather - 90% cotton, 10% polyester.
The idea of these posts seemed so simple to me at first, but I have put so much careful thought into them and, well, my OCD has kicked in and I'm overthinking everything! So I apologize for the wait,
Access the above chart by clicking on the graphic or the headline. Access the article below, here. "What effect do different classroom seating arrangements have on student participation? What does your learning space reveal about your teaching philosophy? Should teachers or students decide who sits where? In today’s article, we take a look at what the research says. "Learning spaces come in all shapes and sizes, from rectangular rooms built for 30 students where you can close the door on the world but still peer through the window, to flexible, open-plan environments with folding walls where scores of students come together. Outdoors, indoors, subject-specific spaces with specialist equipment and multipurpose rooms for whole school use." Via Tom D'Amico (@TDOttawa) , Dennis Swender
Use the Olympics to set the stage for "gold medal" behavior in your classroom. Ideas, activities, and more to engage and inspire our students.
Must-do tips for teacher burnout prevention, ensuring a long and fulfilling teaching career filled with passion, innovation, and enjoyment!
Back to school freebie!! In this free product you receive: 6 different options for a voice level chart Color, black and white theme, partial color Enjoy! Beckie
5th grade classroom tour with lots of great decor, organization ideas, and colorful classroom pictures!
This post shares tips and strategies for teaching different learning styles to meet the needs of all learners.
Many teachers are now using platforms such as Zoom and Google Meet to reach their students. While many teachers use this platform to teach or review standards with their students, many are also using it for socialization during these times and there are lots of great distance learning activities you can use to engage your
What’s one thing I can do for student behavior that I can see almost an immediate response? Incorporating quick and easy preventive strategies into your
Hopefully, this will be a relatively short post to make up for the War and Peace length post of yesterday:). I just wanted to take a few minutes to share what I added to my Master Math Notebook this morning. Divisibility Rules One of the things that my students struggle with is finding the logic in math. If their neighbor knows the answer, it must be because they are smarter or they have some magic trick. I remember feeling this way. In middle school, I was totally lost as my classmates shouted out answers in Pre-Algebra. I just sat there sinking further and further in to my seat, hoping that my teacher would ignore me. It literally seemed as if they knew a secret that I didn't, and that must mean I was stupid. It wasn't until my mom made me go to ask for help in college that I realized what had happened. My tutor took one look at my diagnostic test, and asked if I had been sick a lot in 3rd and 4th grade. I had pneumonia, not once, not twice, but three times. I had completely missed division and fractions. Since I was excelling in everything else, my teachers overlooked it or assumed I knew - I didn't, it was a foreign language to me. My tutor, Kevin, saved me and helped me get my first A in any math class. One of the first things he showed me was the "magic" of the divisibility rules. Every year, I try to drum them into my students. Remember when I said I was going to steal Elizabeth's (of Hodges Herald) divisibility foldable? Well, I modified it just a little. Since my kids usually struggle with note-taking, and we have a limited amount of time, I made this semi-foldable for their notebooks. The title and numbers are just outlines so that they can color them in. This page will be in the Basics portion of their notebook, right after the multiple charts. I decided to tape the top flap on the side. The rest of it is glued down. This is the finished product for my Master Math Notebook. If you are interested in downloading this document, click here to get for FREE from my TpT store! Have a great weekend:)
I LOVE Libraryland! Have I mentioned that before? I have always been an avid volunteer, one that likes to try new things.. and I love connecting. Now, is libraryland overwhelming.. it sure is! Another thing I love is learning from others (and having a space to offer to different activities is great as well) The title of this blog is collaboration.. but when rethinking and writing it, I realize that the collaboration that I had with my art teacher was bouncing ideas off of each other.. and making sure the space was ready for various activities. That is still collaboration..right?? Before I became a librarian.. I was already following some amazing librarians (some that I will actually get to meet in person soon!!!) So, one awesome librarian/tech facilitator Nikki Robertson posted this way cool picture that she had found (if you are the original poster of this.. would you please let me know so I can thank you for the wonderful idea.. and give you credit!) How absolutely beautiful is this! So, I talked to my amazing art teacher on campus.. and the conversation went something like this: "Hey Mrs. R... want to work on something like this for the first of the year? The feathers can be students hopes, dreams, wishes and resolutions." "Sure! That is great!" A couple of weeks later.. Mrs. R approaches me and shows me the bag of beautiful feathers. "Yes, Mrs. R.. these are PERFECT! How can I help!?" "I am still getting feathers" We decided to hang this up for science night (as what better time to talk about wishes and dreams) "Hey Mrs. R.. what can I do to help with these wings?" "Help me hang them!" In other words.. I had nothing to do with this! (Well.. I did make the poster above the wings.. and I helped hang them) Seriously.. they are beautiful! She created a generic feather and then asked each student in the school to create/decorate their own and then combined them with this wonderfulness.These wings are right across the hall from the library, so I loved hearing the conversations that students had with their parents about their goals and dreams (and of course it was a perfect photo opp!) Mrs. R. the rocking art teacher At the beginning of January, Mrs. R. came to me and asked if I would like to help with a Chinese New Year Celebration. She did tell me that there would be no glitter! (Side note.. I love seeing things being created in the library.. and I don't mind mess. HOWEVER.. I HATE using glitter.. that is the one thing not allowed) Of course I said yes.. as the library is a great space to have people! We set a date, got it on the calendar.. and like before I asked what can I do to help. The space is how I helped (and help somewhat monitor the stations) The Chinese New Celebration ran much like the Late Night in the Library. It was an extended time with several stations set up. I read a short story in the middle of the time, but the hightlight.. the Dragon Dance! Stations: -Rooster stamp -Paper lanterns (like this idea.. but of course there are tons of ways that you can make them) -Chinese Plastic Spoon Dancing Dragon (like this idea, but did it with plastic spoons, string and paper pieces) -Chinese drum (much like this idea) -Write Happy New Year in Chinese (this was a super cool station because she had put out thin paper and brushes with the black paint) The art club students ran the stations, and we had over 30 attendees for a Friday afternoon. These art club students are also the ones who did the Dragon Dance. We are already talking about next year for this! We are going to do the Dragon Dance to end the day.. but before the event starts as almost a parade to the library. Did you celebrate Chinese New Year? How do you collaborate? Upcoming blogs- -how my lesson plans are evolving -February happenings (I just finished my first actual display!)
