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Book History and Synopsis: First Edition and Second Edition

Convinced that there was a need to explore the problem of anger from a Christian perspective - Lynette J. Hoy, NCC, LCPC, marriage and family counselor, developed and presented the What's Good About Anger? seminars for churches, Rapha and AACC conferences from 1997-2001. Ted Griffin, Editor, Lay Counselor, writer and friend collaborated with Lynette to author the first edition. They were granted permission to use portions (triggers, causes of anger) from the B.A.R.K. (Behavioral Anger Reduction Kit) training materials for counselors written by Gary Gintner, Ph.D., a professor at Louisiana State University for the book.
As Lynette and Ted offered seminars and workshops based on the book - they realized a growing need to write a second expanded edition for all audiencees and the community in general. The second edition was published in 2006 and a new DVD produced based on the new edition in 2007.

The following is a synopsis of the first book edition:

This book is written with a strong faith emphasis to help Christians manage anger. Most people believe that anger is a negative emotion from which no good can come. Many Christians think that anger should not be expressed and that such feelings are sinful. This book explores the emotion of anger and how anger-which is part of the human experience-is a force God can use for His purposes. The authors present a biblical approach to managing anger, identifying the process of anger; biblical examples of "good anger"; and how faith, assertiveness, problem-solving and forgiveness impact anger and can be used by God for his purposes.

Order this Faith book edition or DVD. You can order these anger management certificate courses in the Faith version: court or employer-ordered or school-mandated : Six, Eight, Ten-Twelve, Sixteen, Twenty-six, Thirty-two, Fifty-two

You can order the Anger Management Trainer's program - Faith version! Go to the Shopping Mall!

Learn about:
• Anger's Many Faces
• When anger is helpful or harmful
• The sources of anger
• Biblical examples of anger
• The role faith plays in anger
• Cognitive Distortions
• A biblical strategy for handling anger
• How to turn anger into assertiveness, problem-solving and forgiveness
• When to take a time-out You, your family, friends and clients will gain a new perspective on anger, how to let God control you when it flares up and how to understand and help others struggling with their anger.

Second Edition (2006):
This expanded book written for a general readership, develops and emphasizes effective and practical skills for managing anger. The authors present proven, research-based approaches for managing anger through: identification of triggers, stress management, relaxation skills, problem-solving, assertiveness, conflict management, empathy, forgiveness and challenging false beliefs and thinking.

Order this second edition book or the 2007 DVD. You can order these courses requesting this expanded version: court or employer-ordered or school-mandated : Six, Eight, Ten-Twelve, Sixteen, Twenty-six, Thirty-two, Fifty-two Order the Teen Anger Management Course in this edition.

You can also order one of the new Trainer's Certification programs using this new expanded version for community groups!
Go to the Shopping Mall!

Chapter Contents:
Introduction and Instructions
Group Guidelines
1. Anger Survey (log) and Progress Report
2. Anger’s Many Faces
3. The Power of Anger
4. When Anger Is Good
5. Defusing Anger by Managing Stress
6. Handling Anger Effectively
7. Anger and Assertiveness
8. Managing Conflict
9. Turn Your Anger into Forgiveness
10. When to Take a Time-Out
11. Cognitive Distortions
12. Log Your Thinking
13. Plan to Change Your Life by Changing Your Thinking
14. Summary
Frequently Asked Questions About Anger

The oversight for all programs and resources are provided by Lynette J. Hoy, a National Certified Counselor, experienced Marriage and Family Counselor, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Diplomate with the American Association of Anger Management Providers, Crisis Counselor and Anger Management Specialist.
Co-author of What's Good About Anger? Mrs. Hoy has trained hundreds of students, couples, clients and professionals and leaders in anger and conflict management.

Contact Lynette Hoy at 708-524-3333, ext. 1 or by mail at:
CounselCare Connection, P.C.,
1100 Lake Street, Suite 245
Oak Park, IL 60301

 
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