Anger
What is a trigger?
Words, statements, actions, or incidents that can make a person begin to lose self-control/become angry
Name a benefit of having a coping skill(s)
Increase mood, manage emotions, improve self-esteem, make you feel better, etc.
Using social media to harass, threaten, or intimidate someone is what type of bullying?
Cyber-bullying
What is peer pressure?
Peer pressure is the feeling that someone is pushing you toward making a choice. It can be positive or negative.
What is it called when we place responsibility or fault onto someone else
Blaming
How can talking to a family member be used as a coping skill?
Talking to someone about your problems/stressors allows you to express your emotions and feelings and get everything out in the open rather than bottling it up.
Define what a bully is
Someone who treats someone in a cruel, insulting, threatening or aggressive way
Give an example of what VERBAL peer pressure sounds like
“Just do it”, “you wont get into trouble” “who cares if you get in trouble”.
Name a positive way to handle anger
Ask for a break, go for a walk, talk to someone you trust, etc
Give an example of a negative coping skill
Using drugs/alcohol, ignoring or bottling up feelings, avoiding problems, self-harm
True or false: Leaving someone out/isolation is a type of bullying?
True
What are some ways to handle peer pressure?
Walk away, talk to a trusted adult, say no, avoid the person, etc.
Name 2 PHYSICAL signs of anger
Shaking, clenched fist, sweating, racing heart, etc.
Give 2 examples of positive coping skills
Taking a walk, calling a friend, watching a movie, listening to music, taking a shower, stress ball,
True or false: Bullying can make some people feel physically sick
True - Some people can get frequent headaches, stomachaches, or muscle aches.
Why can it sometimes be hard to resist negative peer pressure?
You want to fit in, you want to make friends, you want to look cool, etc.
Sometimes people use anger to hide other feelings and emotions. What are these emotions? Name 2.
Guilt, sadness, embarrassment, jealousy, annoyance, disappointment, etc
Each group member name a time recently where you used a positive coping skill
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A classmate constantly teases you, makes mean comments about you, and excludes you. This classmate never physically harms you. Is it bullying?
Yes.
Name 2 ways friends can be a positive influence on each other
They can encourage each other to work hard in school or sports, try a positive new activity, believe in themselves, exercise, read a new book, be kind, be honest, etc.