Two components of the Penn Resiliency Program aim to prevent depression by teaching cognitive and behavioral skills before students encounter the challenges associated with the transition from childhood to adolescence.

Cognitive Component
The ABC Model
Recognizing Cognitive (“Thinking”) Styles
Cognitive Restructuring—Avoiding Erroneous Beliefs
Decatastrophizing—Putting it in Perspective
The Hot Seat—Challenging Negative Thoughts

Social-Problem-Solving Component
Assertiveness
Relaxation
Problem Solving