Supporting Adolescent Development and Trauma

The (a)   is the system in the brain linked to emotions and reward processing.

(a)   is a strategy to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom.

An instructional strategy that can reduce academic stress for students dealing with trauma is (a)  

How can teachers help students dealing with trauma feel more in control?

• Offer choices in assignments

• Assign more tests

• Limit student autonomy

• Increase lecture time

What is one way teachers can promote executive functioning in students?

• Use punitive discipline

• Incorporate project-based learning

• Avoid differentiated instruction

• Focus solely on lectures

Why is it important to collaborate with counselors or psychologists in a trauma-informed classroom?

• To increase academic workload

• To address individual student needs

• To enforce strict discipline

• To eliminate emotional support

Which strategy can help students improve their focus and attention during study sessions?

• Frequent breaks

• Continuous multitasking

• Extended study hours without breaks

• Ignoring distractions

What is a benefit of using mindfulness techniques in the classroom for students dealing with trauma?

• Increases stress levels

• Enhances emotional regulation

• Promotes competitive behavior

• Reduces focus on academics

How can teachers effectively support students' emotional well-being in a trauma-informed classroom?

• By minimizing student interaction

• By fostering open communication

• By maintaining a rigid classroom structure

• By focusing solely on academic performance

In Charlotte's classroom, what is a key feature that helps create a trauma-informed environment?

• Unpredictable routines

• Clear expectations

• Strict discipline

• High-stress activities