Understanding Anger Management: A Comprehensive Guide

What is Anger Management?

• Not psychotherapy, but psychoeducation
• Focuses on improving specific skill sets:
• Stress management
• Emotional intelligence
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Goal: Learn to control emotions effectively

Who Should Attend Anger Management?

• Individuals struggling to control anger
• People experiencing negative impacts on:
• Professional relationships
• Personal relationships
• Communication styles
• Physical health
• Those wanting to enhance:
• Leadership skills
• Emotional intelligence

Who Should NOT Attend?

• Individuals unwilling to:
• Take responsibility for their anger
• Let go of irrational beliefs
• Challenge personal entitlements
• Those not committed to personal change
• People resistant to self-improvement

Anger Management Assessment

• Evaluates individual's anger history
• Typically 30-45 minutes long
• Features:
• Structured format
• Closed-ended questions
• No right or wrong answers
• Helps determine:
• Personal anger triggers
• Motivation for change

Key Topics in Anger Management

• Understanding anger
• Managing emotional triggers
• Communication styles
• Stress management techniques
• Emotional resilience
• Developing empathy
• Setting SMART goals:
• Specific
• Measurable
• Achievable
• Relevant
• Time-oriented

Course Duration Options

• Self-paced courses range from 12 to 52 weeks
• Level One: 12 hours
• Level Two: 26 weeks
• Level Three: 52 weeks
• Factors affecting duration:
• Individual assessment results
• Learning style
• Attendance
• Personal progress

Course Completion

• Certificate provided after successful completion
• Accepted throughout the United States
• Available for:
• Level One courses
• Level Two courses
• Level Three courses

Wisdom in Anger Management

• Key principles:
• Focus on solutions
• Avoid blaming others
• Channel energy constructively

Final Thoughts

• Anger management is a journey of self-improvement
• Learn to:
• Recognize triggers
• Develop emotional intelligence
• Communicate effectively
• Manage stress
• Commitment is key to personal growth

"It is wise to direct your anger towards problems and not people" ~ William Arthur Ward