Fear

This presentation helps young people understand fear, exploring what causes it and ways to manage it effectively. Through reflection and discussion, it introduces practical techniques for coping with anxiety provoking situations and building confidence.

It is recommended for secondary-aged young people.

References and Further Reading 

  • Caldwell, D. M., Davies, S. R., Hetrick, S. E., Palmer, J. C., Caro, P., López-López, J. A., Gunnell, D., Kidger, J., Thomas, J., French, C., & others. (2019). School-based interventions to prevent anxiety and depression in children and young people: A systematic review and network meta-analysis. Lancet Psychiatry, 6(11), 1011–1020. https://doi.org/10.1016/S2215-0366(19)30403
  • Cotton, S., Kraemer, K. M., Sears, R. W., Strawn, J. R., Wasson, R. S., McCune, N., Welge, J., Blom, T. J., Durling, M., & DelBello, M. P. (2020). Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy for children and adolescents with anxiety disorders at-risk for bipolar disorder: A psychoeducation waitlist controlled pilot trial. Early Intervention in Psychiatry, 14(2), 211–219. https://doi.org/10.1111/eip.12819
  • Morgado, T., Loureiro, L., Rebelo Botelho, M. A., Marques, M. I., Martínez-Riera, J. R., & Melo, P. (2021). Adolescents’ empowerment for mental health literacy in school: A pilot study on ProLiSMental psychoeducational intervention. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(15), 8022. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18158022
  • Maher, C., & Zins, J. (1987). Psychoeducational Interventions in the Schools: Methods and Procedures for Enhancing Student Competence. Pergamon Press.