Table 1 Outline of FRIENDS for life program
Session | Content Covered |
|---|---|
Week 1 | Introduction to FRIENDS; getting to know you games; group guidelines/expectations; personal goals |
Week 2 | Warm up activity; personal goals; what are my strengths?; self esteem; friendships; verbal and non-verbal communication |
Week 3 | Warm up activity; feelings; relaxation techniques (abdominal breathing, relaxing imagery, muscle relaxation); self-awareness and mindfulness exercises (body clues) |
Week 4 | Warm up activity; red and green (unhelpful and helpful) thinking; problem solving and step planning; support teams; role models |
Week 5 | Warm up activity; communication and conflict styles (assertive, passive or aggressive); managing bullying |
Week 6 | Warm up game; review of FRIENDS; test your knowledge games/quizzes; break up party and certificate presentation from facilitators |