About the workshop
Anger: Dealing with Big Feelings in Constructive Ways
Anger is universal and normal, yet it is difficult for adults and kids alike to manage well. It can also be especially difficult for adults to manage their own emotions when dealing with angry kids.
Presenters Brown and Hopkins actually love working with angry kids. Why is that?
"Because angry kids have the energy and passion to externalize their emotions and on some level know that they have the right to express them. They may be misguided in the methods they choose, but at least they're trying to communicate and get their needs met. Kids who yell, kick, hit, throw things and attack others can be extremely rewarding to work with because they give you a way to connect with them and engage them. You can work with them from there to help them find healthier ways to deal with big feelings."
Some kids seem to be angrier than others, even taking into account ages and stages. Factors affecting anger include a child's health, developmental issues, temperament, past life experiences, stressful family, school, child care or social situations, and the violence shown in the media.
This workshop provides practical, realistic advice for therapists, parents, teachers and others who care for angry children. There are many step-by-step exercises and dialogues that adults can use, including "before" and "after" scenarios that illustrate how to avoid no-win situations.
