Anger in the Body
Triggers and Warning Signs
Impulse Control
Mindfulness
Coping Strategies
100

What emotion is this boy displaying?

What is ANGER!

100

What is a trigger?

Something that makes uncomfortable or something that is upsetting.

100

I have one marshmellow. BUT I want TWO RIGHT NOW. Staff says I have to wait. What skill do I need to pratice?

What is IMPULSE CONTROL!
100

What is the definition of mindfulness?

What is: Mindfulness means paying full attention to something. It means slowing down to really notice what you're doing. Being mindful is the opposite of rushing or multitasking. When you're mindful, you're taking your time. You're focusing in a relaxed, easy way

100

Which coping skill is needed to blow out candles?

What is BREATHING

200

What are 2 common bodily sensations that a person may experience when feeling angry?

What is sweaty palms, red/hot face, increased heart rate, rapid breathing, pacing legs, balled up fist, butterflies or rumbling in stomach, tightness in chest, restlessness

200

Could school be a trigger for someone?

What is YES!!!

200

When playing an impulse control game, which color typically symbolizes slowing your body down and being aware?

What is YELLOW

200

When practicing grounding techniques, children are often taught to pay attention to their five senses. What are the five senses?

What is SEE, HEAR, TOUCH, SMELL, TASTE

200

Which coping skill helps “quiet the mind”

What is MEDITATION or MINDFULNESS

300

What is one way to “cool down” or decrease your body temperature when angry?

What is cold or wet paper towel or compress, drink of water, deep breathing, fresh

300

How would you appropriately let someone know that you are being triggered?

What is... TELL THEM, ASK TO USE A COPING STRATEGY, ASK TO TAKE SPACE, ASK FOR A BREAK

300

Finish this phrase: Stop, Think, _________!

What is REACT!

300
Being "in the moment" is mindfulness.
What is TRUE!!!!
300

This coping skill is particularly helpful when others are bothering you or if you are in a room with lots of people and/or noise.

What is TAKING SPACE

400

Triggers are a part of life and CANNOT be controlled. 

TRUE OR FALSE

What is FALSE!

Yes, triggers or angry buttons are a part of life, but you can learn to recognize and control them.

400

What parts of your body can you use to help with “grounding” or “mindfulness”

What is eyes (seeing), ears (hearing), nose (smelling), tongue (tasting), hands or feet (touch)

500

This coping skill also helps you become physically strong

What is EXERCISE or PUSHING ON WALLS 
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