Triggers
Any event, situation, or sensation that sparks an emotional reaction.
A trigger.
Reacting with yelling or aggression after being criticized is which 'F'?
Fight.
Give an example of a physical change in your body that shows anger might be building.
Racing heartbeat, tight chest, sweating, shaking, fast breathing, tense muscles, headache
The brain region responsible for problem-solving, judgment, and self-control.
Prefrontal Cortex.
Setting personal limits and protecting your well-being from being crossed is called what?
Healthy boundaries.
Sirens, loud noises, or arguments are examples of this kind of trigger.
External trigger.
Leaving or avoiding a situation instead of dealing with it is which 'F'?
Flight.
Give an example of a behavior that may show anger is rising.
Clenching fists, raising voice, pacing, slamming doors, banging objects.
The emotional “alarm system” of the brain that reacts strongly to fear, stress, and anger is called the _________.
Amygdala.
Being aware of your emotions as they happen is called ______.
Mindfulness.
A memory, thought, feeling, or image that stirs up an emotional reaction inside of you is called an ________.
Internal trigger.
Feeling “stuck” or unable to act when confronted is which 'F'?
Freeze.
Give an example of a feeling that signals anger could be present.
Feeling disrespected, guilty, insecure, jealous, rejected, abandoned, afraid
The part of the brain that stores memories that can resurface and fuel emotions.
Hippocampus.
Sharing emotions in a respectful way without aggression is called __________.
Healthy communication.
Hunger, exhaustion, or being sick are examples of what kind of warning sign?
Internal cues.
Saying yes just to keep the peace, even when you don’t agree is which 'F'?
Fawn.
Give an example of a thought pattern that could appear when anger is triggered.
Wanting revenge, assuming someone is rude, thinking of teaching someone a lesson, imagining harm
The hormone released during stress that increases alertness and prepares the body for action.
Cortisol.
Relaxation methods, breathing exercises, or grounding tools are examples of what?
Coping skills.
Recognizing your first thoughts, emotions, or body signals before anger escalates is called what?
Self-awareness.
True or False: The 4 F’s are automatic responses that come from the body’s survival instincts.
True.
The act of replaying negative feelings or events in your mind over and over is known as what?
Rumination / obsessive thinking.
What’s it called when emotions override rational thought and anger takes control?
Amygdala hijack.
What’s the term for harmful thought patterns like “always/never thinking,” “shoulds,” or assuming the worst?
What’s the term for harmful thought patterns like “always/never thinking,” “shoulds,” or assuming the worst?