Anger vs Aggression
True or false: Anger is an unhealthy emotion
FALSE, anger is a normal, healthy, emotion, just like joy, sadness, jealousy, and others
True or false: Everyone experiences anger in the same way.
FALSE: We all experience anger very differently. What makes me angry may not make you angry, and vice versa.
True or false: There are healthy and unhealthy ways to manage or control our anger
TRUE: There are healthy and unhealthy ways to control anger
True or false: Getting enough sleep can improve emotional regulation and mood
TRUE
Give three examples of aggression.
Physical assault, throwing objects, property damage, self-harming behaviors, verbal threats or insults, stealing, bullying, screaming, and many other examples
What are some physical symptoms of anger that you notice when getting angry?
Racing heart, tense muscles, rapid breathing, feeling hot/flushed, headache, dizziness, stomach aches, vision issues, etc.
Explain why walking away/removing yourself from a situation is a good anger management strategy
-Gives you the space to not have a physical altercation
-Gives you the space to cool down and relax, and for the other person to do the same
What force keeps planets in orbit around the sun?
Gravity
How can anger be healthy or helpful? Give some examples to help you think it through
It can motivate us to rise to a challenge, it can protect us, it can signal that we need to stand up for ourselves or make boundaries, it can encourage us to make needed changes, it can help us identify triggers, etc.
What are some consequences of handling anger in an unhealthy way?
Problems at school or at work, substance use, damaging personal relationships, legal troubles, mental health challenges, physical health challenges
Explain why distracting yourself is a good anger management strategy
It gets your mind off of what's making you angry, allowing you to cool off and think clearly about the situation later on
What is it called when you can understand and manage your emotions?
Emotional intelligence
How is aggression different from anger?
Aggression is normally the result of anger and includes hostile/destructive/violent actions.
Anger is an emotion. You can be angry without experiencing aggression.
What are some reasons why we experience and express anger differently?
Genetic/biology/physiology, developmental/social influences and how we grow up, traumatic events, personality, etc.
Give examples of some relaxation techniques
Breathing exercises, grounding exercises, going on a walk, meditating, making and drinking tea, etc.
What country has the most people in the world?
India
Anger is a secondary emotion. What does this mean?
Anger being a secondary emotion means that another emotion or event triggers it. Examples include powerlessness, embarrassment, frustration, rejection, confusion, jealousy, worry, and hurt.
Explain why the phrases "let it rip" "bottle it up" and "get it out" can cause issues when it comes to anger management.
These types of phrases can encourage unhealthy ways of dealing with anger (let it rip/get it out), or not dealing with it at all (bottling it up)
Explain how conflict resolution can help manage anger, and some tips for conflict resolution.
Conflict resolution can allow an issue to be addressed in a way where both parties are ok with the outcome.
Some tips for conflict resolution include talking together when emotions are not high, making sure everyone expresses their own POVs, speaking from the "I" perspective, being honest about your feelings and what you want, being assertive
What ancient civilization/people created the first system of writing, called cuneiform
The Sumerians / Ancient Mesopotamia