Anger Management: From Combat to Home. Presented by Military & Family Life Counselors
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1 Anger Management: From Combat to Home Presented by Military & Family Life Counselors
2 Objectives» What Is Anger» What Triggers Anger» Combat Skills and Anger» The Art of Anger Management Back Home 2
3 What is Anger?» A completely normal human emotion» Triggered by the fight or flight response» Varies in intensity» Causes can stem from real or perceived threats 3
4 Combat Skills & Anger» Targeted vs. Inappropriate Aggression» Tactical Awareness vs. Hyper-vigilance» Emotional Control vs. Anger or Detachment» Non-Defensive vs. Aggressive Driving» Discipline & Order vs. Conflict 4
5 Targeted vs. Inappropriate Aggression» In Combat Split second decisions are necessary Anger keeps you pumped and alert, awake and alive It could be kill or be killed»at Home May be overly hostile towards others May display inappropriate anger May overreact to minor events May respond with inappropriate physical aggression 5
6 Tactical Awareness vs. Hyper Vigilance» In Combat Necessary to be on edge Need to react immediately to sudden changes Being revved-up means you are ready for battle»at Home May feel uncomfortable in large crowds or confining situations May be easily startled, especially to loud noises First reaction to startle response may be aggression 6
7 Emotional Control vs. Anger vs.detachment» In Combat Emotions are controlled Fear, sadness, loneliness get suppressed»at Home Emotions that were suppressed may be expressed as anger 7
8 Non-Defensive vs. Aggressive Driving» In Combat Erratic driving, rapid lane changes, keeping other vehicles at a distance»at Home Aggressive driving and straddling the middle lane 8
9 Discipline & Order vs. Conflict» In Combat Survival depends on discipline and obeying orders»at Home The lack of order and predictability can lead to conflict 9
10 Is Your Anger Creating Problems? Chest feels tight If I don t do something I will explode Racing heart Mind goes blank when angry Shouting & arguing a lot You/they let me down I can t trust anyone Problem Anger Restless, on edge, uptight Head spinning You/they deserve this Drinking too much, taking drugs Throwing things Hitting objects, doors Snappy and Irritable 10
11 What We ve Covered So Far» The healthy nature of anger as a tool of survival» How anger kept us alive in combat» The problems anger-related combat skills cause once we return home Now, lets look at how to change our anger response for post-combat life 11
12 The Art of Anger Management Physical:» Identify personal physiological cues» Learn muscle relaxation techniques» Do deep breathing or meditation» Practice non-strenuous exercise such as yoga 12
13 The Art of Anger Management» Physical»Mental» Thoughts determine emotions which motivate us to action» What meaning do I give to the triggering event» What is my perceived level/location of control» How does my self-concept influence my perception 13
14 The Art of Anger Management» Physical»Mental» Emotional» Thought emotion connection» Feeling awareness» Address unresolved emotional issues from the past that influence your perceptions and hinder performance efforts today 14
15 The Art of Anger Management» Physical»Mental» Emotional» Behavioral Life Skills Improve your behavioral and interpersonal skills in:» Communication» Conflict Resolution» Problem Solving» Decision-making» Time Management 15
16 Summary» Anger is a normal, healthy emotion. It is our response to it that makes it adaptive or dangerous» Learn and manage your physical cues of anger» Identify your anger triggers» Monitor irrational thoughts» Acquire interpersonal skills» Address unresolved issues from the past that interfere with efforts today» Seek additional help when necessary 16
17 17 Questions
18 Resources» Military Community Services» Chaplain and Local Clergy» Military OneSource (800) » TRICARE Behavioral Health Services 18
19 References» Controlling Anger, Psychology Today, Relationships and Friendships: Fighting Fairly, MilitaryOneSource.com» Miller, Scott. Anger and Military Veterans. Journal of Student Social Work, Volume IV» Controlling Anger Before It Controls You. APA OnLINE. 19
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