Self Control for Kids - Impulse Control Skills | Elementary and Middle School Students

Опубликовано: 14 Июнь 2026
на канале: Mental Health Center Kids
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Do you sometimes act without thinking and then feel bad about what you did? Do you struggle with impulses like grabbing things without asking, saying things you don't mean, or making choices you wish you could take back? You're not alone! This video will teach you skills to improve your self-control.

What You'll Learn:

✅ A simple 2-step plan: STOP and THINK
✅ 10 self-control skills
✅ Quick Stop Skills for when you need to pause fast
✅ Thinking Skills for making better choices

Self-Control Skills You'll Learn:

Quick Stop Skills:

1) Count to Ten
2) Deep Breathing
3) Mindfulness
4) Physical Activity
5) Emotion Labeling
6)Positive Self-Talk

Thinking Skills:

1) Think About Your Goals
2) Think About Consequences
3) Communicate Your Needs
4) If-Then Planning

Self-Control Skills Handout: mentalhealthcenterkids.com/products/self-control-skills

Tips To Improve Impulse Control Handout: mentalhealthcenterkids.com/products/impulse-control-activities-for-kids

Coping Skills Worksheets Collection: mentalhealthcenterkids.com/collections/coping-skills-worksheets

ADHD Worksheets Collection: mentalhealthcenterkids.com/collections/adhd-worksheets

For more social emotional learning and mental health resources visit: mentalhealthcenterkids.com/

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