Definitions
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 appropiate manner.
What is anger?
True or False. Everyone gets frustrated at some time
What is True? Everyone gets frustrated or angry at sometime in their life. It is ok to be frustrated or angry. It is important that one handles it in an appropiate manner.
True or False: It is ok to express our frustration appropriately
What is true? This should always be done in an appropiate manner. Discuss ways. We are not yelling or stomping. We can take a deep breath, talk about what's bothering us or take a break and do something fun to calm down.
True or False. It is ok to yell at people when we are frustrated.
What is False. Noone likes to be yelled at. Stay calm and talk about what's bothering you. Work together to find a solution.
When someone holds back their actions. This is needed when we become angry...We should exercise......It begins with a C
What is control
True or False: If you are always negative, people will not want to be around you.
What is true. People tend to stay away from those who are constantly negative.
The most common thing one can do when he becomes getting 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.
What is count to ten?
True or False. Squeezing a ball or pillow is an appropiate way to handle frustration.
What is true
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 ?
What is a temper tantrum?
True or False: Getting really angry about things can leave you feeling out of control
What is true
What can you do to calm yourself down when you don't want to talk to anyone.
talk to yourself to help YOU calm down. Do an activity or practice a hobby.
What is visualizing? This can be used to help you calm down.
What is thinking about positive things or thinking about things that make you happy (vacation, person, etc.)
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!
What is venting?
True or False: The only way to get people to listen to me is to have a temper tantrum or act in an inappropiate manner. If I don't do this, people won't listen.
What is false. Throwing a tantrum will not get you positive attention. Do something good to be recognized and rewarded.
what type of behavior is inappropiate when expressing your anger? Give me two examples.
Various examples
Give two inappropiate ways of dealing with frustration.
Kicking, stomping, screaming, throwing things, breaking things, walking away from an adult without permission, and so on.
To feel defeated. If a person is doing something or experiencing something and he feels like he wants to give up, it is because he/she has become______. Often times this leads to anger.
What is frustration?
True or False: Most people don't like to lose control.
What is true? No one wants to lose control. Getting frustrated and expressing it in an inappropiate manner leaves you feeling out of control
Choosing an inappropiate action like throwing a tantrum, slamming doors, hitting someone, etc are all bad choices. When we choose to make these choices, is there a reward or consequence?
What is consequence?
Sometimes people use frustration or anger to hide other feelings and emotions. What are feelings may they be hiding? Name two.
various answers (disappointment, shame, guilt, sadness, etc.)