The “CBT Banana” is used in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help teens understand how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. The technique uses the metaphor that a banana represents thoughts. Like peeling a banana, teens are asked to peel away layers of their thoughts to uncover beliefs and identify how they influence their emotions and behaviors. (0924, cognitive behavior therapy, CBT, cognitive restructuring)
This fun game challenges children to persist with their efforts even when they are stressed, tired, in a bad mood, or if the task is very hard. Players roll the dice and answer questions about dealing with stressors while they are trying to accomplish a task, be it chores, homework, studying for a test, or completing a project. Playing with an adult who models appropriate behaviors like self-encouragement is a great way to build the skills of patience and persistence (0924, grit, ADHD, executive functioning)
This log is designed to help parents or teachers record how students are doing in completing their assignments. When completed online (i.e. digitally) it can be interpreted by the PsychAssist software from Between Sessions Resources. (0824. ADHD, homework, parenting, distractions, focus)
This worksheet teaches children the executive functioning skill of planning ahead through a five-step process. It asks them to make a plan that will help them buy a gift for a friend or relative and then make a second plan for a goal important to them. (0824, executive functioning, thinking ahead, ADHD)
This worksheet teaches children how to use deep breathing to relax, calm down, and focus. Children are asked to trace a Star with their fingers. Directions on the Star help them monitor their breathing. (deep breathing, relaxation, self-calming)