Self-assessment for anger management involves looking at one's ability to control anger. This is particularly important for kids and teens whose emotional regulation skills are still developing and life experiences are limited.
The Self-Assessment Test for Anger worksheet is a handy tool that asks young people to rate their anger management skills using a simple rating: S for Strength, O for Okay, and N for Needs Work. After doing this, they can pinpoint areas for improvement and brainstorm healthy coping strategies to enhance their anger management abilities.
Answering this activity helps kids or teens become more aware of their anger triggers. For instance, if a child identifies frustration with homework as a trigger, they can try to create a study area at home or find a comfortable space at the library to make their learning experience less stressful.
By knowing their strengths and where they can improve, parents and other caring adults can introduce problem-solving skills.
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References:
- Blake, C. S., & Hamrin, V. (2007). Current approaches to the assessment and management of anger and aggression in youth: A review. Journal of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Nursing, 20(4), 209-221. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1744-6171.2007.00102.x
- Forbes, D., Alkemade, N., Mitchell, D., Elhai, J. D., McHugh, T., Bates, G., Novaco, R. W., Bryant, R., & Lewis, V. (2013). Utility of the dimensions of anger reactions-5 (DAR-5) scale as a brief anger measure. Depression and Anxiety, 31(2), 166-173. https://doi.org/10.1002/da.22148
- Lindsay, W. R., Craig, L. A., & Griffiths, D. (2019). The Wiley handbook on what works for offenders with intellectual and developmental disabilities: An evidence-based approach to theory, assessment, and treatment. John Wiley & Sons.
