A two-page student-facing fact sheet and reflection guide that explains the concept of 'emotional mirroring' (trauma bonding) and introduces the 'both can be true' mindset for healthy friendship boundaries.
A one-page reference checklist for students featuring 'circuit breaker' coping skills to use when feeling emotionally overwhelmed or 'sucked into' a friend's mood.
A comprehensive facilitator's guide for teachers or counselors, providing a roadmap for individual and dyad sessions, key talking points, observation checklists, and troubleshooting tips for addressing trauma bonding.