Program Description- Birmingham Group

This group is open to all parents. It is an eight week course designed to both develop and enhance strong, loving relationships between parents and their children. Parents learn to understand what causes anger and the problems that can result if you are unable to control it.  The group also helps parents learn ways to mange and express anger appropriately. You must contact the center to register.

• You must attend all 8 classes.
• You must be a parent.
• Childcare is NOT provided.
• Participants may receive a Certificate of Completion after attending the 8 classes.
• These classes are free and open to the public.
• You must pre register for this class by contact the Center at (205) 801-5151
• Sessions are held on Monday’s at the Center, 2300 10th Court South, Birmingham, Al 35205 from 6-7:30pm

Program Description- Bessemer Group

This group is not open to the public at this time. Participants must be referred from Jefferson County Family Court- Bessemer Division or The Department of Human Resources . It is an eight week course designed to both develop and enhance strong, loving relationships between parents and their children. Parents learn to understand what causes anger and the problems that can result if you are unable to control it.  The group also helps parents learn ways to mange and express anger appropriately. You must contact the center to register.

• There is a $40 Fee for this group, which must be paid on the 1st day of group. Payable via cash or money order.
• You must attend all 8 classes.
• Childcare is NOT provided.
• Participants may receive a Certificate of Completion after attending the 8 classes.
• You must pre register for this class by contact the Center at (205) 801-5151
• Sessions are held on Tuesday’s at UAB TASC , 1719 2nd Ave. North, Bessemer, Al 35020 from 6-7:30pm

Curriculum of Anger Management Group

Week 1:  Anger

• What is it?
• What causes it?
• Problems it can cause
• Uncontrolled anger
• How anger can help

Week 2:  Learning About Your Anger   

• Is you anger hurting you?
• Warning signs
• Your triggers

Week 3:  Learning About Your Anger

• Keeping an anger journal
• Hidden anger
• Negative reactions to anger
• Alcohol or other drug problem

Week 4:  Managing Your Anger

• Getting back in control
• Expressing anger
• “I’ statements

Week 5:  Managing Your Anger

• Self-talk
• Physical activity
• Other ways to handle anger
• Relaxation techniques

Week 6:  Dealing With Other’s Anger

Week 7:  Sources of Help

Week 8:  Your Anger Management Plan 

Next Birmingham Group:

• Jan 4-March 8, 2010
• March 29-May 24, 2010
• June 14- Aug 2, 2010
  

Next Bessemer Group:

• Jan 5- March 9, 2010
• March 30-May 25, 2010
• June 15-Aug 3, 2010