True or False
There is a difference between anger and aggression.
True
Everyday at recess, you and your friends play basketball. One day a group of older kids come up to you and steal the basketball away. You ask for the basketball back and they won't give it back to you. What should you do?
Talk to an adult, walk away, or play another game.
Face feels hot, start to shake, raising voice.
Ear
This coping skill involves inhaling and exhaling. It is said that this will help lower your heart rate when angry.
Deep breathing
Venting anger physically will let you get it all out and be less angry.
False
You asked your mom for ice cream after dinner and she says no even though you really want it and have been good all day. How should you respond?
Utilize coping strategies, take a deep breath, understand there's a reason why she said no.
What is one harmful thing that anger does to relationships?
Explosive anger makes it harder for others to trust you, speak honestly, or feel comfortable.
What animal can't look up?
A. Pigs
B. Ferrets
C. Rabbits
A. Pigs
Following an episode of anger, it is important to write down where it is coming from. What is this called?
Anger log or journaling
Most of the time, anger emerges suddenly.
False
Someone spilled milk on you during lunch and didn't apologize. What should you do?
Check-in with yourself, utilize coping strategies
When is anger a problem?
When it impacts relationships, ourselves, or school or is too intense.
What is the shortest sentence in the English language.
Go.
This helps people walk away from a problem and return when they are feeling more calm.
Take a time out
True (explain how)
Your mom is asking you to clean up your room before having guests over. What should you do?
Clean up your room anyways, explain your feelings about having to do it, walk away and come back when calmer.
What are other emotions that come up when you feel angry?
Shame, guilt, disappointment, fear
On average, men get bored of a shopping trip after this amount of time.
A. 5 minutes
b. 30 minutes
C. 15 minutes
D. 25 minutes
D. 25 minutes
This is what we use to help recognize anger. It helps people work through immediate challenges with anger
Recognizing your triggers.
Uncontrolled anger and angry outbursts can lead to physical symptoms when an adult such as stroke or heart attack.
True
You and a few friends are talking during lunch when someone begins insulting you (ex. for being short or not smart). What should you do?
Walk away, tell an adult, positive self-talk
I got picked last for a team during gym class. How would you feel?
Embarrassed, fearful, jealous
What animal uses whistles to identify each other?
A. Birds
B. Dolphins
C. Crickets
B. Dolphins
This helps to buy yourself time by doing other activities.
Distraction