Anger Management and Alcohol/Drug Abuse – (.1 CEU IACET)

This presentation covers aspects of personal anger management and effects that use of drugs and alcohol has on an individual and family. It recognizes that while anger is a natural human emotion triggered by emotional hurt and unpleasant experiences and feelings it needs to be managed and outlines the possible consequences if it is not effectively dealt with. Additionally, it highlights the effects of alcohol and drugs on anger and the family dynamic as well as factors that guarantees the effectiveness of treatment procedures. This course provides information to end the anger cycle and live up to one’s true potential. It provides recommendations on how to recognize and avoid situations that will trigger an individual’s anger. Anger may become an individual’s reaction of choice to even the most minor of situations, where lashing out unnecessarily at people we love, respect, or care for. Anger may be spiraling out of control if not recognized and placed in check. Out of control anger can lead to many psychological and emotional issues, as well as many difficulties with your career, important relationships, and friendships.