Anger Management

Module:1 Understanding Anger

• The Cycle of Anger

• Is Anger Good or Bad?

• Fight or Flight

• Common Myths About Anger

• Sources of Anger

• Knowledge Check

Module:2 The Styles of Anger

• Aggressive

• Passive

• Passive-Aggressive

• Projective-Aggressive

• Assertive

• Knowledge Check

Module:3 Recognizing Anger

• Using Coping Thoughts

• Using Relaxation Techniques

• Blowing Off Some Steam

• The Triple A Approach

• Knowledge Check

Module:4 Separate the People from the Problem

• Objective vs. Subjective Language

• Identifying the Problem

• Using “I” Messages

• How Anger Affects Perception

• Consider Emotions

• Knowledge Check

Module:5 Working on the Problem

• Using Constructive Disagreement

• Negotiation Tips

• Building Consensus

• Identifying Solutions

• The Power of Apologies

• Knowledge Check

Module:6 Solving the Problem

• Choosing a Solution

• Making a Plan

• Getting it Done

• Ineffective Problem Solving

• Effective Problem Solving

• Knowledge Check

Module:7 A Personal Plan

• Understanding Hot Buttons

• Identifying Your Hot Buttons

• A Personal Anger Log

• Acknowledging the Anger Problem

• The Power of Self-Talk

• Knowledge Check

Module:8 Communicating Your Anger

• Using Emotional Intelligence

• Cognitive Restructuring

• Responding vs. Reacting

• Write it Out

• Find the Humor

• Knowledge Check

Module:9 Understanding the Energy Curve

• De-escalation Techniques

• Calming Anger With EAR

• Avoid Responding With Anger

• When to Back Away and What to Do Next

• Knowledge Check

Module:10 Pulling It All Together

• Process Overview

• Find Your Motivation

• One Change at a Time

• Choose an Accountability Partner

• Seek a Mental Health Professional

• Knowledge Check