Peer Mediation
How do you request peer mediation?
Complete a guidance form- all parties must be willing to participate as it is voluntary.
If you see or hear something that is questionable, when do you tell someone?
Immediately
A piece of information or a story that has not been verified, meaning that the person telling it doesn't know if it is true or false.
What is a rumor?
True or false- unmet needs are a part of conflict?
True- arguments with a friend can stem from not having their belonging met or classmates fighting over property can stem from a power need.
A feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous
What is stress
A person who is not involved in the conflict and helps students to focus on their feelings.
What is a mediator?
Who do you tell if you or someone you know wants to harm themselves? Give at least two examples.
A trusted adult- parents, teachers, counselor, principal, nurse, Officer Powell
Private things that people don't want others to know and is being spread
What is gossip?
What are the 4 basic needs? (Name at least two)
Belonging, power, freedom and fun
Common signs of stress (name at least two).
Headaches
Depression or general unhappiness.
Anxiety and agitation.
Moodiness, irritability, or anger.
Feeling overwhelmed.
Loneliness and isolation.
Other mental or emotional health problems.
People who are involved in a disagreement or conflict.
What is a disputant?
How do you take care of yourself and promote positive mental health?
friends, family, exercise, eating healthy, journaling, dancing, singing, hobbies
How do you stop rumors from spreading?
Do not repeat- Stop them then and there
Let someone know what is being said about them
This need is met by developing relationships with others where we have the opportunity to love, share, and cooperate
Belonging
True or False- Stress never goes away.
False- Stress can be reduced and can be managed.
What is mediation?
Mediation is a Process of helping disputants talk over their differences. Both sides work together to solve the conflict fairly to result in a ‘win-win’ outcome.
What are examples of Protective factors? (name at least two)
Close family bonds, Healthy self-esteem, Good impulse control, Close friends and adults, Problem-solving skills, A connection with your school
Protective Factors are characteristics believed to improve the mental health and well-being of students.
True or False- Rumors and gossip are a form of exclusion?
True- Gossip and rumors can isolate people and turn people against one another.
This need is met by achieving, accomplishing, and being recognized and respected
What is Power
Name two tips for reducing school stress
Talk to someone
Take assignments one step at a time
Take time for yourself
Study as much as you can.
Learn to study more effectively.
Watch your diet.
Get enough sleep.
Exercise regularly.
Make sure you have plenty of time.
Name two conflicts that can be resolved through peer mediation
Gossip and Rumor Spreading
Name calling
Friendship Problems
Teasing
Loss of Property
Exclusion
What are examples of warning signs that someone may harm themselves? (Name at least 2)
Suicide notes/texts
Previous suicide attempts
Efforts to hurt oneself
Depression/sadness
Sudden changes in personality, friends, and behaviors
Talk about a plan of suicide
Social media posts that are negative or out of character
Warning signs are earliest detectable signals that someone may harm himself/herself
Why do people spread rumors?
To feel superior, to feel like part of a group, for attention, for control or power, out of jealously/revenge, out of boredom
What are our two choices for seeking basic need satisfaction?
Problem solving or continue the conflict
Common triggers for stress? (Name at least two)
School
Social
Family discord
Life changes
Traumatic events
World events