S.C.R.E.A.M. Anger Management Tool

Anger Management Tool:  S.C.R.E.A.M

Angry expression increases anger (Hess, Kappas. McHugo & Lanzetta, 1992). Before expressing anger to another person, consider this acronym:

S- Self: How important is expressing your anger to you (on a scale of 1-10)?

C-Context: Do you have to express your anger immediately?

R-Receiver: Does the receiver “deserve” your anger?

E-Effect: What effect do you want to immediately achieve?

A-Aftermath: What will be the long term effects of expressing my anger?

M-Message: What is the best way to express myself to achieve my desired outcome?