Anxiety and Depression: Accomodations and Strategies
calming and predictable classrooom:
visual schedule
calming corner
deep breathing techniques
calming music
emotional check-ins
Educators need to understand the mental illness
encourage students to get enough sleep
encourage students to get moving
remind studdents to eat healthy
teach inclusivity
create strong bonds
Instructional Strategies
break down assignment into smaller chunks
a variety of assignments
both oral and written assignments
presentations to teacher not whole class
google slides, prezi, video recording
use of choice boards
cross-curricular: art, music, drama
Classroom Accomodations
According to R. Marc, A. Crundwell and K. Killu, in the article entitled, "Responding to a Student's Depression," students need the following supports in the classroom:
- frequent feedback on academic, social, and behavourial performance.
- teach the student to set goals and self-monitor.
- teach problem-solving skills.
- develop modifications and accomodations to respond to the student's fluctuations in mood, ability to concentrate, or side effects of medication.
- give the student opportunities to engage in social interactions.
- develop a home-school communication system to share information on the student's academic, social and emotional behaviour.
How can family support at home
create art at home
eat healthy
go for a family walk
no screen time before bed
same bedtime
don't rush in the mornings
predictable schedule
see family doctor
seek a therapist
