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Slide 2: Anger Varies in intensity from mild irritation to intense fury Can be sparked by a variety of things People Events Memories Personal Problems Perceived threats may or may not be real PowerPoint Summary of: Anger

Slide 3: Anger Can Be Collective Anger can be collective in both cause and effect (social rage) Groups can be angry at other groups Nations can be angry at other nations PowerPoint Summary of: Anger

Slide 4: Anger Can Be Positive Anger can be a positive emotional force IF expressed constructively by: Expressing grievances so they can be addressed Remaining focused on problem solving Energizing social change PowerPoint Summary of: Anger

Slide 5: Positive Approaches to Anger Expression Convey feelings in an assertive, but non-aggressive manner Maintain respect for others Suppression Stop thinking about the source of anger Focus on something that can be approached constructively Can be dangerous if done repeatedly without an emotional outlet Calming down Consciously relax PowerPoint Summary of: Anger

Slide 6: Positive Anger Expression First, acknowledge the anger Then, respond to it by: Relaxing- to diffuse internal anger Restructuring cognition- to think about the situation positively Engaging in problem solving- to creatively address problems Improving communication- to overcome misunderstandings Using humor- to diffuse the situation Changing the environment- to “get away” from the problem PowerPoint Summary of: Anger

Slide 7: Third Parties and Anger Third parties can help by: Teaching people techniques for dealing with anger positively Creating a safe environment Being an example of positive anger management Encouraging constructive discussion Listening empathetically Helping parties to reframe their positions more positively PowerPoint Summary of: Anger