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The Anger Cycle
True/False
Handling Anger
Anger "Causes"
Definitions
100

When does anger become a problem?

When it negatively impacts ourselves and/or others.

100

Getting really angry about things can leave you feeling out of control

True

100
This is an example of positive self-talk.
(various answers)
100

What are 2 examples of thoughts that can trigger feelings of anger?

Various answers

100

A strong feeling of being upset or annoyed because of something wrong or bad. 

anger

200

What are 2 examples of feelings that can contribute to feeling angry?

Sadness, disappointment, frustration, overwhelmed, embarrassed, etc...

200
The only way for people to listen to me is to yell and throw a fit. If I don't do this, people won't listen to me.
FALSE
200
This describes mental exercises that help someone imagine a calm, relaxed place in order to help with anger.
What is visualization?
200

How can thoughts lead to feelings of anger?

Your thoughts create your feelings. 

200

When someone chooses not to hit another back, that person is remaining in c _ _ _ _ _ _. 

Control

300
This is an example of an action or behavior that escalates anger.
What is hitting, kicking, punching, yelling, throwing things, etc.
300

The feeling of anger can be healthy.

True. It can help move us to make positive change.

300

The most common thing one can do when becoming angry is_____. This gives you time to calm down as you are doing this. Hint: You can go backwards or you can start from the beginning.

Count to ten 

300

Name 2 of the many categories of triggers related to anger.

Thoughts, feelings, people, places, memories, etc. 

300

To release your emotions, release your frustrations, release your worries...Students may do this by talking to a counselor, parent, teacher, friend or even writing it in a journal. Doing this helps a person avoid making inappropiate choices related to anger. Starts with a V!

Venting

400

This is an example of a behavior choice that de-escalates anger.

What is using an I-statement, walking away, taking deep breaths, etc.

400
When people figure out our triggers, they gain some control over us.
TRUE
400
This is something positive I've done to help with my anger in a situation this past week.
(various answers)
400

Feeling s_ _ _ _ is when you feel you are "bad" and can lead to feelings of anger towards yourself.

Shame

400

To feel defeated. If a person is doing something or experiencing something and feels like he wants to give up, due to becoming ______. Often times this leads to anger. 

What is frustrated/irritated?

500

Name 5 anger warning signs

(various responses)

500

Anger is a secondary emotion.

True

500

This is an example of an I-statement.

What is "I feel_____ when you _______ and I want_______?

500

Anger can't usually be resolved unless we find what the r_ _ _ of it is.

Root

500

A _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ communication, such as the use of "I" statements is an appropriate way to express your feelings of anger towards some. 

Assertive