To deter addiction, some people are able to replenish the amount of self-control they possess. Theories are presented in this web-article that suggest that upon applying self control during a difficult situation, an individual is less able to apply it during a following situation.

Talk with your children about what it means to be cool. Encourage them to realize that being cool means feeling good about your actions and yourself.

This resource provides training for students that will help them identify emotional triggers and then handle these triggers in socially acceptable ways.

Daniel is upset when Miss Elaina throws Tigey. His mom helps him use his words to tell her how he feels. Teach kids to use their words when they are frustrated. Remind them that they need to take turns and share. Included is a link to a supplemental activity. [1:53]

Mom cleans up Daniel's farm toys before he is finished playing, and that makes him angry. Teach kids to use their words to express how they're feeling. Included is a link to a supplemental activity. [2:21]

By using stories and videos showing familiar PBS KIDS characters working through their own mad feelings, you can provide strategies that children can build on as they grow and learn and develop the self-control needed to handle frustrating situations appropriately. In this set of resources, we will focus on how you can help children work on developing self-control, listening carefully, and using strategies to calm down when they feel mad.

Daniel gets angry when Miss Elaina is playing too loud. She learns that saying sorry is just the first step. Teach kids that they need to ask how they can help the situation after saying sorry. [2:53]

Daniel imagines that he is super brave, super strong, and isn't afraid of anything! Remind kids to think of happy thoughts when they are scared. Included are links to a related article and activity. [1:05]

When I feel afraid, I can think about all the people who I have to cheer me on. In this video [4:49], Purple Panda faces his fears with the support of his best pal, Donkey Hodie. Like many young children often do, Purple Panda experiences fear and anxiety when he feels alone while trying something new. Having a photo nearby can remind young children that even when they can't see special grownups during school, they are always cheering them on. In this Donkey Hodie craft, students will create their own "You Can Do It!" photo frames to keep at school or nearby during virtual learning. Lesson plans and two student activities are included.

Children learn ways of dealing with feelings after being disappointed through simple exercises and tips, as well as questions for discussion and writing prompts. Includes ideas for home assignments and notes for parents.

In this Mad Men parody, Mr.Draper reviews ideas for the Happy Honey Bear account. He wants a picture that is going to make everyone happy about honey. So far, the ideas have made the Mad Men mad and sad. This resource focuses on emotions. [2:13]

Psychology is designed to meet scope and sequence requirements for the single-semester introduction to psychology course. The book offers a comprehensive treatment of core concepts, grounded in both classic studies and current and emerging research. The text also includes coverage of the DSM-5 in examinations of psychological disorders. Psychology incorporates discussions that reflect the diversity within the discipline, as well as the diversity of cultures and communities across the globe.Senior Contributing AuthorsRose M. Spielman, Formerly of Quinnipiac UniversityContributing AuthorsKathryn Dumper, Bainbridge State CollegeWilliam Jenkins, Mercer UniversityArlene Lacombe, Saint Joseph's UniversityMarilyn Lovett, Livingstone CollegeMarion Perlmutter, University of Michigan

By the end of this section, you will be able to:

Explain the nature of psychophysiological disorders
Describe the immune system and how stress impacts its functioning
Describe how stress and emotional factors can lead to the development and exacerbation of cardiovascular disorders, asthma, and tension headaches

This resource provides a great topic overview of depression. Gives a brief definition, causes, symptoms, and treatment along with answering some commonly asked questions.

The Crabby Crabs become crabbier when they discover everything on the menu at a new restaurant is made out of crab. The Crabby Crabs only calm down when they take three deep breaths. [1:23]