Anger Management: The Keys to Self-Regulation (3HR)

Misdirected anger can be an incredibly destructive force. Internalized anger that is unable to be expressed in a healthy way can become a toxic emotion. Unregulated anger has the power to ruin a person’s life, as well as wreak havoc on interpersonal relationships. In this training, we will explore the physiology of anger in order to learn how to best manage it. You will discover a variety of practical tools and strategies for managing anger that you can share with clients. You’ll be able to assist clients in addressing lingering anger from past hurts, as well as prepare them for what they can do the next time they get triggered. The training is aimed at clinicians who work with both youth and adults.

Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:

• Review how anger is triggered physiologically in the body
• Discuss causes of anger (such as shame and guilt)
• Discuss the physiological effects of anger, both short and long-term.
• Practice various forms of anger management
• Assist their clients in recognizing and managing anger triggers

Social workers completing this course receive 3 Clinical asynchronous continuing education credits.

For other board approvals, this course qualifies for 3 hours of Clinical, Evidence-Based Practices, and General Skill Building continuing education training.

Course Instructor: Dreya Blume