Definitions
An emotion that people experience when someone does something that they don't like. This is an emotion that is very common and can often be very intense and difficult to manage. It can be detrimental and damaging if it's not handled in an appropriate way.
Not everyone gets angry.
False.
Name an appropriate way to express your frustration/anger.
Take a deep breath, walk away, listen to music, talk to someone, etc.
Ripping up paper or punching a pillow is an appropriate way to handle/express anger.
True. What are some other appropriate ways you can express anger?
What is an example of something that might trigger this emotion in you?
Furious.
The feeling you have when you fear something bad will happen to you or someone else.
Worry.
An internal trigger is something that someone else does or something that happens that can cause us to react with anger or become stressed.
False, this is an external trigger. What is an internal trigger?
The most common thing somebody can do when they become angry is to use ___.
Coping skills.
Name 2 positive ways to handle your anger.
Take a break, walk away, go for a walk, listen to music, etc.
How do you cope with this emotion?
Bullied. When was the last time you felt bullied?
These are things that other people do that annoy us, frustrate us or make us feel angry.
Triggers.
False. Expressing anger is natural and can be far healthier than holding it in.
Give 2 examples of types of behavior that are inappropriate to do when you're feeling angry.
Punching things/people, breaking stuff, using drugs, yelling at people, etc.
What is imagery? How can you use it to help you calm down when feeling angry?
What are 2 other words that can also mean angry?
Mad, furious, upset, irritated, rage, etc.
Taking a deep breath, counting backwards and listening to music are all examples of these...
Coping skills.
True/False: The only way to get people to listen to me is by acting out, getting in fights, yelling at others and losing control.
False.
In through your nose, out through your mouth, is an example of what coping skill.
Deep breathing.
List 2 physical signs that you may experience and may mean you're angry.
Tense, red/flush, sweaty, heavy breathing, clenched fists, pacing, etc.
True/False: External triggers are things that we say to ourselves that increase our anger.
False. External triggers are people, places, things that may make us angry. Internal triggers can be our internal dialogue/negative self-talk which make us angry.
You get so angry that you punch someone after they said something that made you feel disrespected; the police are called, you get arrested and now have to go to court. Is this a long-term or short-term consequence of your behavior?
Long-term. What may be a short-term consequence?
True/False: Things I feel in my body can be a warning sign that I'm getting angry.
True. What are some physical warning signs that may show us we're getting angry?
What are some possible negative consequences that someone can face from not handling their anger appropriately?
Damaged relationships, arrest/legal issues, isolation, etc.
How can others help you when you feel angry?
Give me space, offer options, encourage me to utilize coping skills, etc.
Tell us the last time you felt this emotion...
Disappointed.