Anger Management

Introduction

1. Course Objectives

Module 1

1. Understanding Anger
2. The Cycle of Anger
3. Is Anger Good or Bad?
4. Fight or Flight
5. Common Myths About Anger
6. Sources of Anger
7. Knowledge Check

Module 2

1. The Styles of Anger
2. Aggressive
3. Passive
4. Passive-Aggressive
5. Projective-Aggressive
6. Assertive
7. Knowledge Check

Module 3

1. Gaining Control
2. Recognizing Anger
3. Using Coping Thoughts
4. Using Relaxation Techniques
5. Blowing Off Some Steam
6. The Triple A Approach
7. Knowledge Check

Module 4

1. Separate the People from the Problem
2. Objective vs. Subjective Language
3. Identifying the Problem
4. Using “I” Messages
5. How Anger Affects Perception
6. Consider Emotions
7. Knowledge Check

Module 5

1. Working on the Problem
2. Using Constructive Disagreement
3. Negotiation Tips
4. Building Consensus
5. Identifying Solutions
6. The Power of Apologies
7. Knowledge Check

Module 6

1. Solving the Problem
2. Choosing a Solution
3. Making a Plan
4. Getting it Done
5. Ineffective Problem Solving
6. Effective Problem Solving
7. Knowledge Check

Module 7

1. A Personal Plan
2. Understanding Hot Buttons
3. Identifying Your Hot Buttons
4. A Personal Anger Log
5. Acknowledging the Anger Problem
6. The Power of Self-Talk
7. Knowledge Check

Module 8

1. Communicating Your Anger
2. Using Emotional Intelligence
3. Cognitive Restructuring
4. Responding vs. Reacting
5. Write it Out
6. Find the Humor
7. Knowledge Check

Module 9

1. Dealing With Angry People
2. Understanding the Energy Curve
3. De-escalation Techniques
4. Calming Anger With EAR
5. Avoid Responding With Anger
6. When to Back Away and What to Do Next
7. Knowledge Check

Module 10

1. Pulling It All Together
2. Process Overview
3. Find Your Motivation
4. One Change at a Time
5. Choose an Accountability Partner
6. Seek a Mental Health Professional
7. Knowledge Check

Assessment

1. Post Test