Self-Control
True or False: Self-control means being in control of our actions.
True
The art teacher likes classmate's picture better than mine.
Try your best, focus on what you like about your picture, ask for help, etc.
My choices
In my control
True or False: Test anxiety feels the same for everyone.
False
True or False: Studying for a test means you will not have test anxiety.
False
Explain what it means to use self-control with our words.
To think before we speak.
The dentist tells you that you have a cavity.
Brush better, floss, eat less sugar, etc.
I got grounded for being mean to my sibling.
In my control; be kind to my sibling.
What is the first thing to try when you notice you're experiencing test anxiety?
Deep breaths
What does the "freeze response" look or sound like during a test?
Racing thoughts, not writing down answers, can't remember what you learned, giving up
Self-control is when we _____ and think before we ______.
Stop and act/speak
You lost your favorite toy.
Ask for help looking for it, clean your room, ask how you can earn a new one, etc.
My best friend moved away.
Out of my control; spend more time with other friends
Test anxiety is a type of _________ anxiety, which is when we feel pressure to do well.
Performance anxiety
Name 3 different emotions that may come up when experiencing test anxiety.
Fear, worry, anger, sadness, stress, frustration, etc.
Name 3 clues that we notice when someone is not showing self-control.
Facial expressions, body language, words, actions/behaviors, emotions, etc.
You are taking a test and there is no talking allowed. Your friend asks you for help with an answer.
Ignore, raise your hand to ask to move to another seat, etc.
I missed recess because my work wasn't done.
In control; finish my work on time.
What fears can come up when we experience test anxiety?
Afraid of forgetting answers, failing, being the last one to finish, running out of time, etc.
Give 2 examples of thoughts that might come up when we have test anxiety.
Ex. "What if I forget everything and fail?"
Explain why it's important to stop and think before we make a choice?
Don't get in trouble, or make a mistake, or get hurt, etc.
You got distracted while the teacher gave directions for an assignment & you don't know what to do.
Accept responsibility for your behavior by telling teacher you weren't paying attention & ask for help.
I have a big test.
Having the test in out of my control; preparing for the test is in my control.
Explain what happens in the brain when someone experiences test anxiety.
The Guard Dog sends a false alarm making it harder to remember what we learned or make good choices.
Name 4 physical symptoms we may feel when experiencing test anxiety.
Heart pounding, racing thoughts, fast breathing, stomachaches, sweaty hands, etc.