Name 3 signs in your body that you know that you are angry
ex. red cheeks, balled up fists, heart beating fast, feeling hot or cold
What are some of your triggers for when you become frustrated or angry?
Various answers
What are 2 unhealthy coping skills?
Hitting someone, punching a wall, yelling, eating too much, sleeping too much...
Why do you think taking deep breaths help calm you down?
slows down your heart rate and distracts you.
Tell about a time that you did not handle your anger very well
Have you ever said or done something out of anger that you regret later?
Open ended question - various answers
What are 2 unhealthy ways to deal with anger?
hitting someone, punching a wall, yelling, eating too much, sleeping too much
When was the last time you got angry and what did you do?
Various Answers
Name 2 people in your life that can help calm you down when you are upset
Do you make good decisions when you are angry?
No
What are some warning signs that you are getting angry?
Feeling tense, heart beats faster, thoughts are racing, saying mean things...
Tell about a time that you handled your anger very well
How can I let someone know that I am becoming upset before I get out of control?
Ask them to stop, tell them you need a break, take a deep breath and think before speaking...
Name 3 things that make you angry- your anger triggers.
Various answers
When you become angry in school what can you do to positively deal with it?
Various answers
Show us your angry face
angry face
Anger can be accompanied by a lot of different feelings. Does anyone know what other feelings might accompany anger?
Disappointment, worry, embarrassment, jealousy, anxiety, shame, sadness, fear, frustration, guilt, annoyance...
What are some strategies you can use when you are starting to feel frustrated or angry?
Take a break, Take deep breaths, talk to someone, exercise...
What are 3 healthy coping skills?
Ex: Take a walk, breathe, exercise, ask for a break, count to 10...
What is something other people do in school that makes you angry?
Various answers
True or false: Anger is normal and everyone gets angry
true
What is something that you can do at home to calm down?
Various answers
True of False: Anger is a normal emotion.
True - When something upsets you, it is normal to get upset or feel anger.
True or false: Being angry always leads to aggression.
False
Is it ok for you to hit, yell or throw things because you are angry?
No