Understanding Anger for Youth

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It is normal to feel angry at times. But when is anger, irritability, and aggression unhealthy for a child? If they feel angry almost every day and it affects their daily life, then anger could be a problem. 

Low self-esteem, bullying, trauma, and divorce are some factors that can contribute to anger in teens. It’s not the anger itself that’s a problem, but the inability to deal with it effectively and constructively.

In this course, your child will learn self-awareness skills to take back control of their emotions.

Who can attend?

The class is for youth aged 13 – 17 experiencing anger issues and aggression. Parental consent is needed.

Parents do not attend this class.

What will you learn?

You will learn how to address anger as a normal, healthy emotion by understanding:

  • Effects of anger on the brain
  • What is anger and how to manage anger
  • Functions, symptoms, and signs of anger
  • Factors that contribute to anger in youth or teens (such as development, stress, lack of support, feeling misunderstood or not heard, trauma)
  • Communication strategies, including the following:
    •  “I” messages
    • Active listening
    • DESC communication strategy (describe, express, specify, consequences)

By the end of the session, you will feel more comfortable:

  • Advocating for myself
  • Controlling anger outbursts and using anger management techniques
  • Coping with anger in a healthy way
  • Practicing self-care

When and where is the class offered?

The group workshop is offered online only. The workshop is 2.5 hours in length.

Private sessions can be held online or in-person at our office at 9912-106 Street, Edmonton.

How much does it cost?

Group workshop: $50 per person

Private session: $325 per person

We are dedicated to supporting families of all income levels. If needed, you can apply for a subsidy by selecting “I require subsidy” in the registration form.

Subsidies are available for group workshops only.

Important note

Please complete the registration form with the parent/guardian information.

We will be in touch with you to complete the registration information for your youth, and provide you with a copy of the consent form.

If you have further questions about the registration process for this workshop please contact us at 780-497-7536

 

What to expect upon arrival at The Family Centre?

 

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The Family Centre acknowledges that we are on Treaty 6 territory, a traditional meeting ground, gathering place, and traveling route for the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Métis, Dene, and Nakota Sioux. We acknowledge all the many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

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