Well, Ari Novick's article discusses the many benefits of attending an
anger management class or taking anger management coaching. "It also
discusses how the public view of anger management has changed for the
positive." And Dr Ari Novick works in anger management so I guess
it's good advice.
You'll also find links to such 'angry classes' as I am now jokingly going
to refer to them, should Ari persuade you that going on such a class might
be of benefit to you.
Well I've never been to an anger management class or seminar, nor have
I taken anger management training or participated in an anger management
or support group. So that means it's hard for me to comment about anger
classes directly. I kind of think that they operate a bit like they are
portrayed in the movie, Anger
Management, but I may well be wrong.
I guess the thing that most interests me about these 'angry classes'
- whether you take them online or off-line - is where do you find them?
So I'll just mention NetDoctor.co.uk which has the answer to this very
question (for US and UK mainly):
As for Ari, he makes many observations in his article based on his experiences.
And, thankfully, taking an anger management class is now seen as a positive
rather than negative thing to do. Hey, maybe you've been on an anger management
course yourself and if so, do let us know!
Okay, your turn, Dr Novick...
I have made several observations about anger management classes
and anger management coaching over the last few years. One of the
first observations I've made is the change in view towards anger management
from punitive to purposeful. That is to say, I've seen a shift in the
public view from anger management having a negative flavor to it; to
anger management becoming accepted as a worthwhile and meaningful
educational intervention to help improve ones interpersonal relationships
and quality of life.
When I first started seeing clients, especially those that were court
ordered, it was viewed as if they were taking a traffic school class.
After about two sessions, they quickly realized how amazing anger management
classes were to them. First, they got exposed to skills that really
were going to help them improve their relationships. Second, many agreed
that if they really knew what anger management was all about; they would
have taken a class a long time ago. The public perception is changing
and it's about time.
Another observation I have made is that anger management coaching
is a wonderful way to teach these skills to those that do not want to
participate in a group. While there are advantages to participating
in a group, many prefer a one on one format. I have seen a steady increase
in requests for anger management coaching and I believe it is party
due to business and industry also opening their eyes to alternate ways
of helping employees. Many self-referred individual clients also like
the 'coaching' aspect of learning anger management skills because they
leave each session with a new tool; a concrete tangible skill to try
and practice at home, work, and with loved ones.
Anger management classes in general tend to teach skills in variety
of areas. Our classes and anger management coaching use the Century
Anger Management model of intervention which is based on the client
workbook, 'Anger Management for the Twenty-first Century' written by
Ari Novick, Ph.D. and Tony Fiore, Ph.D.. This is an easy to use workbook
and curriculum, and teaches clients eight core skills. These skills
include assertive communication; empathy and social awareness; how to
have better judgment and impulse control; challenge automatic thinking;
expectation management; forgiveness; stress management, and skills for
staying calm.
Anger management classes and coaching is meant to be short term.
Classes are usually 10 sessions but can be customized for more or less
classes as needed. Most self-referred clients tend to benefit most from
about 10 classes. Those that are referred through the court will usually
have their requirement set by the Judge issuing the classes.
Is anger ruining your relationships and quality of life? Are you asking
yourself if anger management is right for you? I guess it's like asking
if you should see a doctor for a compound fracture. Most people would
not hesitate to see a doctor for a broken arm, a toothache, or a bad
back. Why would you want to prolong your ability to learn skills to
better your relationships at home or work? Taking an anger management
class might save one of your most prized assets from tragedy, you.
For more information on our anger management programs visit http://www.ajnovickgroup.com
or http://www.centuryangermanagement.com
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The AJ Novick Group is a leading provider of Anger Management training,
classes, anger management coaching, workplace programs and products.
Ari Novick, Ph.D. is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and an
expert in the field of Anger Management. He has written numerous articles
for magazines and Internet sites. Dr. Novick is the co-author of 'Anger
Management for the Twenty-first Century', a highly sought after model
for Anger Management intervention. For more information on Dr. Novick
or the AJ Novick Group please visit http://www.ajnovickgroup.com
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And if you're interested in reading more, take a look at the links
below...
- Anger
Management Classes In the UK by Steve Hill
"I wish you could control your anger, it is ruining our relationship.
Has this statement ever been said to you? I know it has to me, on
more than one occasion. I eventually decided that enough was enough;
luckily this was before my wife had. I did not want to lose her and
therefore decided to enroll on an anger management class. The results
were quite amazing and thus far, long lasting. I am now firmly back
in my wife's good books and looking forward to the future. For the
first time, in a long time, I feel in control of my life and of my
emotions."
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