YOGA EDUCATION IN HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM FOR ANGER MANAGEMENT

Adolescent anger is one of the key contributors of adolescent mortality and many negative developmental outcomes. Research studies indicate, escalated anger issues in schools and colleges across the globe including India. Anger being multidimensional construct, assessment of anger and its management remains a significant challenge. Despite a number of studies done on anger, it is still an emotion that is very much misunderstood. While, the available adolescent anger theories and inventories provide considerable direction towards the way forward, they lack clarity in terms of providing a comprehensive approach in assessment and management of anger. Considering negative developmental outcomes and the far reaching consequences of adolescent anger, there is a growing consensus among researchers, educators and health professionals to develop effective school based anger management programs.