Activity Three
(ages 11 - 13)

Key points

Share problems in the family

Before you begin the activity

Tell your child, "All families have their ups and downs, arguments and problems. Bigger and more serious problems can happen when people in the family don't share their problems with one another and family members feel like they can't cope. It is important for family members to talk about things that are making them feel worried, upset, stressed, angry or unable to cope. Talking about problems is the start of solving them."

Activity

This activity has been designed to involve everyone in the home. Each person records examples of when they feel happy, relaxed, worried, upset, stressed, angry and unable to cope. (See activity Family Feelings.) Write your name beside each of the statements you make. If someone else has already recorded something that you were going to write, simply write your name beside his or her name and statement. You may wish to discuss the chart. See front page of Activity Four.

When you have finished the activity

Put your completed activity sheet on display as agreed between you.