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Anger is a normal human emotion that everyone experiences from time to time.
But when anger becomes overwhelming, it can be distressing and lead to difficulties in your day-to-day life.
Our group course and self-help guide explore the triggers of anger and identify ways to reduce its impact on your life and the lives of those around you.
What anger support does The Recovery College offer?
A Group Course
You, Me And Anger
- A free, group course run online via Microsoft Teams.
- Co-delivered by those with lived experience and experts from our Hidden Wounds service.
- These sessions give you an opportunity to learn more about anger as well as positive coping strategies with others in the Armed Forces Community.
A Self-Help Guide
Understanding Anger
- A free, interactive, online guide.
- Designed to work through at your own pace, any time, anywhere.
- With no need to sign up, you can learn more about anger, its impact and tools and tips to help manage your wellbeing.
More about the Group Course
What will I learn on the You, Me and Anger group course?
- How your experiences and lifestyle can create triggers for anger.
- Understanding your emotions and how anger can become an issue if you no longer feel in control.
- Skills and tools to help you better manage and cope with the effects of anger.
How long is the course?
- 1 x meet and greet session.
- 4 x 2.5-hour modules. One module per week over four consecutive weeks.
How do I apply?
If you are already engaged with us, please speak to your point of contact within the Charity. They will be able to help book you onto our courses.
If you are not yet engaged with us, we’d love to welcome you.
More about the Self-Help Guide
What will I learn on the Understanding Anger Self-Help Guide?
- More about the definition of anger, why we might get angry and it's impact on our wellbeing.
- How to identify and implement strategies to help manage your anger and support your recovery journey.
How do I access it?
With no need to book or sign up to anything, you can work through this online self-help guide at your own pace, any time.
Other ways we can help you with anger
We provide a range of talking therapies to help veterans and their families with their mental health. These can be for many conditions, including depression, anxiety, anger, grief and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Mental health professionals in our Hidden Wounds Service have experience working with members of the Armed Forces community. They listen without making judgement and can help you work through anything you’re struggling with.
Visit our Therapy Service page to find out more.
The course has given me a better understanding about myself and anger.”
Anger course
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