True or False
Everyone gets angry.
True. Everyone gets angry. It's ok to get angry, it is how you handle it that matters.
True or False. It's ok to express your anger.
True. This should be done in appropriate ways. discuss ways.
Name 3 things you can do to calm yourself down when you are starting to feel uneasy, which may lead to anger.
Count to ten backwards
take deep breaths
journaling, meditate
listen to music
draw
play with a pet
talk to someone
get your body active - run, jump, swing, play
Playing games outside can make you feel less angry?
True
What are two ways you can handle your anger at home?
Sleep, watch TV, play games, etc.
True or False. Ripping up paper or punching a pillow is an appropriate way to handle anger.
true.
Getting really angry about things can leave you feeling out of control.
True.
What type of behavior is inappropriate when expressing your anger? Give 2 examples.
breaking things, hitting, kicking, biting, yelling, name calling, etc.
What are some reactions your body does when you feel anger? (think where in your body does anger show and how.)
Headaches,
Stomach aches,
Fast heartbeat,
Sweaty,
Fast breathing or holding your breath,
The way your eyebrows or face feel
Stomping feet
Slamming things
Yelling
Hitting
Running away
Hiding
The only way to get people to listen to you is to throw a temper tantrum or act in an inappropriate way. They won't pay attention to you otherwise.
False.
When we choose to handle anger in inappropriate ways, we have to face the____.
consequences.
Experts say getting our bodies busy is a good way to reduce feelings of anger. What 3 ways can you get your body busy?
Exercise (running, playing sports, swinging, jumping)
Riding a bike
Dancing
Anger always leads to agression.
False.
What are two ways you can handle your anger at school?
Deep breathe, get some water, talk to teacher/ counselor, count to 10.
Sometimes anger is used to hide what people are really feeling. What other feelings can anger be hiding?
disappointment
guilt
shame
jealousy
sadness
embarrassment
worry
fear