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When you start feeling angry, What is a common body signal?
Faster heartbeat
What situation is most likely to be a trigger?
Being teased
What is a trigger?
Something that causes a strong emotional reaction
Which feeling might come from being triggered?
Anger
What is our mascot?
Wildcats
If someone interrupts you often, how might you feel?
Annoyed
What thought might you have when triggered?
"This isn't fair"
Which is a personal trigger?
Being ignored
Embarrassed
What is an early warning sign you're getting upset?
Clenched fists
A friend ignores you at lunch. What is a possible reaction?
Feeling hurt
Someone bumps into you and doesn't apologize. What might trigger you?
Anger
You're left out of a group. What feeling might come up?
Sadness
A teacher corrects you in class. What might you feel?
Embarrassed
You studied but got a bad grade. What might you think?
"I'll never improve"
You lose a game. What reaction is common?
Frustration
Someone spreads a rumor about you. What might you feel?
Hurt
Plans change suddenly. What might happen?
You feel frustrated
What is a healthy way to respond to a trigger?
Deep breathing
Your sibling takes your stuff without asking. What might you feel?
Angry
What can you say to yourself to stay calm?
"I can handle this"
What is a positive coping skill?
Walking away
Why is it important to know your triggers?
To control reactions
What should you do first when you notice a trigger?
Pause and think
Who can you talk to when upset?
A trusted adult