When+Anger+Goes+Too+Far

When Anger is Left Unchecked...We all Suffer...
By now we should recognize that anger is not a B-A-D emotion. Anger is a secondary emotion brought on as a result of fear, frustration, sadness, etc... But sometimes, anger, if left unchecked can go too far. Here is an example of typical day and what can happen when we don't give ourselves a chance to acknowledge and deal with our frustrations.

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Throughout this unit, you have learned how to identify triggers and use different strategies to diffuse anger. But what if anger goes too far and leads to violence? Anger unchecked can lead to low self-esteem, aggression, bullying, violence and abuse. If your anger or someone you know's anger leads to one of these negative situations - you need to know who to turn to. Speak to a trusted adult right away - **don't wait**. **Teachers, parents, school counsellors and the police are there to help you.** Bullying is when someone does or says something to hurt someone else intentionally. Remember: Violence and bullying are wrong - no one deserves to be treated this way. Sometimes we need to reach out to others for help - and that is ok! **Kids Help Phone** has counselors available 24 hours a day/7days a week 1-800-668-6868 [|www.kidshelpphone.ca] There are also helpful discussion forums where you can post questions and a counsellor will quickly respond to you. If you have any questions about the difference between anger and violence or bullying, please post them in the discussion area. I will be sure to respond and help clarify any questions that come up.