Supporting Students with BPD: Classroom Strategies from Dr. Snipes
Mindfulness and grounding are also very important: helping youth focus on where they are in context, that they're safe in the moment, identifying what's going on around them that may be triggering and what they can do to best improve the moment.
Ever wondered how to create a supportive classroom environment for students with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)? In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes offers a practical guide for teachers and educators. She dives into the unique challenges that students with BPD face, especially when it comes to peer interactions and academic pressures. Dr. Snipes highlights the importance of mindfulness and grounding techniques to help students stay present and manage their stress effectively.
She also delves into cognitive distortions and catastrophic thinking, providing actionable steps to help students reframe their thoughts. Impulsivity is another key issue addressed, with Dr. Snipes sharing proactive measures to mitigate impulsive behaviors. The episode underscores the significance of identifying triggers and vulnerabilities, encouraging teachers to involve students in their own management process. With a mix of empathy and expertise, Dr. Snipes equips educators with the tools they need to support students with BPD in a meaningful way.