Separation and sudden changes
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can describe how separation or sudden change can affect people and explain where to find support.
Key learning points
- Separation and family changes can deeply affect emotions and wellbeing.
- Not all separations are negative, but all involve adjustment.
- Everyone reacts differently to change and that's ok.
- Support networks help people cope with big life transitions.
- Talking about emotions can reduce confusion and anxiety.
Keywords
Separation - in this context, when people who were together (like parents or carers) part ways
Support network - people or services that offer help with emotional and practical needs
Common misconception
Separation always means that a family has failed.
Separation may be the healthiest option in some cases and doesn’t mean a lack of love or care.
Teacher tip
Handle discussions with care; you could offer anonymous question boxes and signpost support services.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the words to the correct definition.
Q2.Which of the following are ways to help us manage our feelings?
Q3.Which of the following statements about our feelings are not accurate?
Q4.Sam wants to show her friend that she is listening to her express her feelings about a difficult time she is going through. What can Sam do to show she is really listening to her friend?
Q5.Every relationship we have may involve different power __________.
Q6.If a relationship encounters conflict, we should ...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.If this is the definition, what is the word: 'when people who were together (like parents or carers) part ways'?
Q2.Separation can ...
Q3.Not all separations are negative, but all require ___________.
Q4.Which statements about support networks are accurate?
Q5.Which statements about feelings relating to change are not accurate?
Q6.Which statement is the most accurate?
To help you plan your 10 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Separation and sudden changes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your 10 RSHE (PSHE) lesson on: Separation and sudden changes, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
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