Sheridan HS Advisory Lesson Plan

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1 Lesson # 30 Sheridan HS Advisory Lesson Plan Grade Level: 10 TH Subject: ANGER MANAGEMENT!!! Adapted from Indiana s Twenty- First Scholars Teaching & Learning Actions/Procedures: Materials and resources Paper Pencil Handout- Physiological Signs of Hidden Anger Emotional Signs of Hidden Anger Healthy Expressions of Anger Objective/Topic: (Content, Cognitive Blooms Level, and Proving Behavior) The student can: 1. Identify the hidden signs of anger and healthy expressions. 2. Identify physical and emotional symptoms of anger and healthy coping skills. Procedure, routines and/or activities Explain to students that this session will examine anger management. Instruct students to take notes on their handouts as they learn about the signs of hidden anger. Anger - Is a secondary emotion, hides fear, sadness, worry, humiliation, embarrassment and loneliness. Activities: 1. Students will be asked to identify physiological and emotional signs of when they are angry. 2. After 5 minutes of discussion, distribute the checklist of signs of hidden anger asking them to complete it. 3. Afterwards discuss the repercussions of unresolved anger. 4. Provide handout of unresolved anger conditions. 5. Have students identify healthy forms of expression and then provide handout. 6. Review handout: Handling Anger Assertively Please see your grade level counselor or college counselor if you need additional help. Check for understanding Observe their response to the instructions and questions that are asked regarding the activity Question stems 1. How can you control anger? 2. What can you do when you have unresolved anger conditions?

2 Physiological Signs of Hidden Anger: Check all that you have displayed/ or are experiencing: Sighing more Tightening lips Clenching teeth Tightening fists Narrowing eyes Rapid heartbeat Queasy stomach Sweaty palms Shallow breathing Poor circulation Red face/ splotchy neck Diarrhea Headaches Dry mouth Seeing Red Tunnel Vision Ringing in the ears Monotone speaking Increased pitch/ volume when speaking Rolling eyes Increased fidgeting Whining Stiff neck Backache Increased blood pressure

3 Emotional Signs of Hidden Anger: Sleep Disturbance (Insomnia, Oversleeping) Depression Cries easily Anxiety Paranoia Inability to listen/ hear Increased sarcasm Laughing inappropriately Appetite disturbance (can t eat, over eat, binge) Abuse substances Inability to concentrate Obsessive thinking Ruminating Procrastination Socially withdrawn/ isolation Nightmares Projecting anger on others Impatience

4 Healthy Expressions of Anger Yell into a pillow Singing Ripping nonessential paper Laughing Exercising Walking briskly Running up stairs Journaling Talking to someone Punching a punch bag Cooking (kneading bread) Taking a bath Meditating Progressive Muscle Relaxation (clenching different muscle groups and releasing) Deep breathing Clenching stress balls Write/draw about who/what you feel angry towards and rip it up Identify what you are angry about, own it and tell that person why you became angry with what they did Dancing Yoga

5 Handling Anger Assertively By Lloyd J. Thomas, Ph.D. Here are six suggestions for handling your anger assertively. 1. Allow yourself to acknowledge your feelings of anger. Take a deep breath and listen to yourself for a minute. Become aware of the bodily sensations your anger creates. Ask yourself, Do I feel angry enough to let others know what I am feeling? or How can I use my angry energy to address the problem to which I responded with anger? Then decide either to let the problem go...along with your anger, or use the energy to address the precipitating issue. 2. Pick an appropriate discussion time. If possible, arrange with another a suitable time to raise the issue to which you responded with anger. A sudden outburst of anger may just put others on the defensive and may be even more frustrating for you. 3. Avoid blaming, judging, and accusing others. Your blaming offensive will only breed a defensive counter attack. It also makes you feel more helpless, because blaming becomes an obstacle to problem-solving. After you cool down, the problem remains with perhaps the addition of guilt or anxiety over your own outburst. 4. Always express your anger using "I" statements about how you are feeling. Say I am feeling really frustrated and angry right now rather than You and your stupidity make me feel sick (tired, angry, ticked off, or any other adjective describing your anger). 5. Say what it is you are wanting or needing which would address the problem or your anger. Make your needs clear and very specific. Don't ask the other person to change his or her feelings. They have a right to their feelings just as much as you have to yours. Ask directly and specifically for something that will help you feel satisfied or less angry. 6. Listen to the other's response. Allow the person you're talking to enough time to hear and respond to what you've said. Look at them when they talk. Don't interrupt or rehearse your reply while they are talking. Slow down, and take in what they are saying. Then choose how you want to respond to them. Before you respond, acknowledge that you heard what they said, even though you may not agree with what they said. The practice of using your anger to assert yourself can result in a much more fulfilled way of functioning. It can even bring others closer to you through caring and respect. Learn to use your anger for self-support and you regain control of your feelings and your life.