“Thinking for a Change” Curriculum 3.1 - Trainer Counselor for T4C

Lesson 14 –
Social Skill: Responding to Anger
Summary and Rationale
With many offenders, it is automatic to respond to anger in others with anger
of their own. This leads to a cycle of escalating conflict that often results in
violence or other destructive behaviors. Therefore, learning to respond
appropriately to anger is a critical social skill.
Concepts and Definitions
Anger is a common yet dangerous emotion. Appropriately responding to
anger in others, especially when that anger is directed towards us, is an
important skill that helps one to avoid violence and destructive conflict.
Objectives – As a result of this lesson the group members will:
1. Describe the importance of responding to anger.
2. Perform the steps of responding to anger during the lesson.
3. Perform the steps of responding to anger in real life situations.
National Institute of Corrections Responding to Anger
Thinking for a Change
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