David Hoffman | Weird Video Helps Teenage Boys To Deal With Anger & Bullies @DavidHoffmanFilmmaker | Uploaded July 2024 | Updated October 2024, 1 hour ago.
Here is the full video - youtu.be/E5XU6QcNgwI
My team and I made this back in the 1990s to help junior high school students particularly deal with anger in school. The Metropolitan Life Foundation gave it to thousands of schools. Although we took a strange approach from a scripting and Production point of you, it is my hope that it will be helpful for young people trying to deal with their anger and with bullies.
Studies show that teenage boys are more likely to engage in aggressive behavior compared to girls. For example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that boys are more likely than girls to be involved in physical fights and are more frequently arrested for violent crimes.
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) indicates that boys are diagnosed with behavioral and emotional disorders, such as conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder, more frequently than girls.
Factors contributing to aggression in teenage boys include exposure to violence, substance abuse, family instability, and socio-economic challenges.
Higher levels of testosterone in boys are linked to increased aggression and risk-taking behaviors. The prefrontal cortex, responsible for impulse control and decision-making, matures later in boys than in girls.
Witnessing or experiencing violence at home, in the community, or through media can normalize aggressive behavior. Peer pressure and the desire to fit in can lead to aggressive acts. Lack of parental supervision, inconsistent discipline, and family conflict are significant contributors.
Difficulty in managing emotions can lead to outbursts of anger and aggression.
Social Expectations: Societal norms often glorify male aggression and discourage emotional expression, leading to frustration and anger.
Expert Recommendations and Interventions
Teach boys to identify and express their emotions in healthy ways. Equip them with tools to resolve conflicts peacefully.
Encourage supportive and consistent parenting practices. Foster open communication to help boys feel understood and supported.
Connect boys with positive role models who can guide them in managing their behavior. Create peer support groups where boys can share their experiences and learn from each other.
Encourage participation in sports and physical activities to channel energy positively and reduce stress.
Teach Empathy. Helping boys understand and empathize with others' feelings can reduce aggressive tendencies. Educate them on building respectful and non-violent relationships. Teach techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, and mindfulness to help manage stress and anger.
Here is the full video - youtu.be/E5XU6QcNgwI
My team and I made this back in the 1990s to help junior high school students particularly deal with anger in school. The Metropolitan Life Foundation gave it to thousands of schools. Although we took a strange approach from a scripting and Production point of you, it is my hope that it will be helpful for young people trying to deal with their anger and with bullies.
Studies show that teenage boys are more likely to engage in aggressive behavior compared to girls. For example, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that boys are more likely than girls to be involved in physical fights and are more frequently arrested for violent crimes.
The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) indicates that boys are diagnosed with behavioral and emotional disorders, such as conduct disorder and oppositional defiant disorder, more frequently than girls.
Factors contributing to aggression in teenage boys include exposure to violence, substance abuse, family instability, and socio-economic challenges.
Higher levels of testosterone in boys are linked to increased aggression and risk-taking behaviors. The prefrontal cortex, responsible for impulse control and decision-making, matures later in boys than in girls.
Witnessing or experiencing violence at home, in the community, or through media can normalize aggressive behavior. Peer pressure and the desire to fit in can lead to aggressive acts. Lack of parental supervision, inconsistent discipline, and family conflict are significant contributors.
Difficulty in managing emotions can lead to outbursts of anger and aggression.
Social Expectations: Societal norms often glorify male aggression and discourage emotional expression, leading to frustration and anger.
Expert Recommendations and Interventions
Teach boys to identify and express their emotions in healthy ways. Equip them with tools to resolve conflicts peacefully.
Encourage supportive and consistent parenting practices. Foster open communication to help boys feel understood and supported.
Connect boys with positive role models who can guide them in managing their behavior. Create peer support groups where boys can share their experiences and learn from each other.
Encourage participation in sports and physical activities to channel energy positively and reduce stress.
Teach Empathy. Helping boys understand and empathize with others' feelings can reduce aggressive tendencies. Educate them on building respectful and non-violent relationships. Teach techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, and mindfulness to help manage stress and anger.
