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Anger and Irritability Management Skills

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Overcoming life's challenges.

This course can help you:

  • Get along better with people
  • Control your reactions to irritating events
  • Avoid the negative consequences of becoming too angry

Although you may find these courses helpful, they are not intended to replace treatment by a healthcare professional. For more information on how to access VA mental health services, visit:
VA Mental Health Services | Veterans Affairs

Note: This course does not offer a “certificate of completion” and is not designed to fulfill court requirements.

You can also scan the QR code to launch the course on your mobile device

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Quick Access:

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Is this course right for you?

Take this short quiz to learn if you experience the negative consequences of irritability and anger.
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Anger Control Plan

Use this link to access your anger control plan.
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Learning Log

Use this link to access your course assignments.

Resources:

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Documents

Quickly access all documents and worksheets available in this course.
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Videos

Select here to view a list of all the videos available in the course.
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Games

Replay all the games in the course! Refresh the skills you learned.
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Directory

This link will provide you with a list of resources you may find helpful.
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AIMS Course Guidebook

This guide assists anyone who wants to help and encourage a Veteran taking this course.
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