Definitions
What is the definition of anger
an emotion that we experience when someone does something that we do not like. This is an emotion that is very common and powerful. Although it is common, it is bad if we do not handle it in an appropriate manner.
True or False. Our feelings are important because they help us deal with situations we encounter daily.
True
Name 2 ways people handle their anger in a negative way
USING DRUGS, BLAMING, PHYSICAL/VERBAL OUTBURST, BOTTLING IT UP, DESTRUCTION OF PROPERTY
Besides using words (verbally) what is another way people communicate with each other?
Body language
Give an example of what causes anger?
STRESS, FRUSTRATION, ANNOYANCE, FEAR, HURT, etc.
This is something that a person has when he/she has a fit of temper. Babies are known for having these. It is unacceptable for kids who are not babies to react to their anger with these. These are called ?
Temper tantrum
True or False. A person can be angry and happy at the same time?
false. This is called Reciprocal Inhibition. This means that two feelings cannot occupy the same space at one time. .
Name 2 ways people handle their anger in a positive way
Taking deep breaths, talking to someone calmly, taking a walk, etc.
If I hurt someone's feelings I should _____.
Apologize
Name one person who causes your anger to rise
Family, friends, etc
What is the definition of venting?
It is the letting out of strong emotions over a specific situation
True or False. It is ok to express your anger
true
It is important to identify situations that ______ your anger.
Trigger
List 3 things other people can do to help when you feel angry.
Talk to you, go on a walk with you, hug you, etc.
_____ before you act!
think
What is a trigger?
occurrences or events, such as a negative tone of voice or mannerisms, that trigger the emotion of anger
True or False- Anger can hurt your health if you express it often
True. The long-term physical effects of uncontrolled anger include increased anxiety, high blood pressure and headache.
Give 3 examples of how your body reacts to anger.
INCREASED HEARTRATE, HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, FLUSHED SKIN, SWEATING, SHAKING, CLENCHED FISTS, etc.
This is an example of what: Person#1- I'd like to watch Monday night football. Person#2- Fine, you can watch Monday night football if I get the TV on Tuesday nights.
compromise
All stress is out of your control. True or False
False
What are coping skills?
strategies that help people deal with mental health challenges in order to achieve positive mental health and wellbeing
It is healthy for someone to be angry. True or False
true. A HEALTHY expression of anger allows others to know how we feel and helps to resolve conflicts or problems. We all experience anger.
Choosing to handle our anger in an inppropiate way like throwing a tantrum, slamming doors, hitting someone, etc are all bad choices.. When we choose to make these choices, we have _________.
Consequences
We all have to do things we don't like, what is something you have to do that you don't like to do?
work, school, clean, etc.
What is the one thing that takes a lot of strength to do when someone is bothering you? Hint(When someone is bothering you and you choose to walk away from it what are you doing?)
Ignoring it!