Anger Coping Skills
Name one Anger Coping Skill you can use in school.
Deep breathing, distraction, talking to a friend or an adult, removing yourself from the situation...
What is Mindfulness?
Paying attention to what is happening in the present moment.
Name two things you can do to control your anger.
Using coping skills, discussing the problem, removing yourself from the situation
What is one way to recognize what triggers your feelings of anger?
By observing/self-reflection (paying attention)
Name one sign of anger.
Yelling, throwing things, angry words, glaring, fists clenching, face turning red.
What are some mindfulness techniques you can use?
Clearing your thoughts
Deep breathing
Visualizing something positive
Mindfulness - what are 2 of your Senses?
Touch
Taste
Feeling
Hearing
Seeing
Name 3 things that can result from unregulated anger.
How soon should you recognize triggers of anger?
Right away, if possible
What are your body signs of anger.
Sweating, red face, feeling hot/flushed, tense muscles, headaches, churning stomach, shaking or trembling, increased heart rate
What is STOP skill?
S: Stop don't react
T: Take a step back, Mentally or physically step away from the situation
O: Observe what you are feeling/thinking
P: Proceed mindfully
What is Mindful Listening?
•Having awareness of your MIND
•Paying purposeful attention to the present moment, without making any judgments.
•Clearing your thoughts
True or False: Anger is a problem when it affects others or causes problems
True.
True or False: Talking your feelings out can help you feel better.
True
Name 3 things that help you control your anger at school.
Breaks, deep breathing, talking to a friend or adult, muscle relaxation