Taking responsibility for anger is the first step toward handling it constructively. This program follows the stories of three troubled youngsters as they discover the source of their behavior -- unacknowledged and unresolved anger. Students learn that poorly handled anger can cause depression, drug abuse, and other acting-out behaviors that may result in damage to their self-esteem, strained personal relationships, and poor academic performance. Students discover that they are responsible for their own anger, and how they choose to react to it is up to them.
Larry often lashes out at others when he gets angry. He blames everyone else for the way he feels and the trouble he gets into. Larry learns how to cope with his anger, starting with accepting responsibility for how he feels and acts.
Lucy and Eve both like Andy, but Andy likes Eve. At first Lucy denies she's angry or cares whether Andy likes Eve. Lucy eventually learns that her anger is just one of the many unpleasant feelings she is having about this situation.
Julia's parents have decided to separate. Overwhelmed by feelings, Julia smokes pot and starts hurting herself by digging her nails into her arm. She soon learns that her anger is also covering up other strong feelings she is experiencing.
This program helps students own and take responsibility for their anger and the other feelings like hurt, sadness, frustration, fear, and jealousy that their anger may be covering. Program sends a positive message about seeking help if necessary.
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