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Course for Mastering Impulse Control

Mastering Impulse Control



Recognize both the behavior and consequences of impulsivity. 



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Course Overview

  • tickRecognize and manage the emotional and physical triggers of impulsive behavior, helping develop greater self-awareness and control in everyday situations.
  • tick Practice mindfulness, meditation, and movement techniques to effectively regulate emotions and impulses, promoting healthier decision-making.
  • tick Develop the ability to delay gratification, improving patience and focus, which are key skills for academic success and personal growth.
  • tick Apply the "Stop, Think, Act" technique in high-stress situations, empowering adolescents to pause before reacting impulsively.
  • tick Improve communication skills, including active listening and emotional expression, to better manage impulses and strengthen peer relationships.

Module Overview

Module

1

Introduction to Identifying ImpulsesAudioicon

  • Understand what impulses are and how they influence behavior and decision-making.
  • Recognize emotional and physical triggers of impulsive actions.
  • Explore how the brain processes impulses and the role of the prefrontal cortex in impulse control.
  • Develop techniques for managing impulses by focusing on emotional awareness and physical responses.
  • Reflect on personal experiences to identify areas for improvement in impulse control.

Module

2

Strategies for Controlling ImpulsesAudioicon

  • Learn and practice delaying gratification to improve self-regulation.
  • Explore various distraction techniques to manage impulses in real-life scenarios.
  • Understand the role of mindfulness and meditation in reducing impulsive behaviors.
  • Recognize the benefits of physical movement as a tool for impulse management.
  • Develop a personalized plan incorporating mindfulness, distraction, and physical strategies for impulse control.

Module

3

The Role of Communication in Impulse ControlAudioicon

  • Understand how expressing emotions constructively can aid in managing impulses.
  • Develop active listening skills to enhance self-regulation and reduce impulsive reactions.
  • Practice communicating impulsive feelings effectively with peers to foster support.
  • Recognize the impact of miscommunication on impulse control and learn strategies for clarity.
  • Reflect on personal communication habits and create an action plan for managing impulses through effective expression and listening.

Module

4

Navigating Real-Life ImpulsesAudioicon

  • Apply the "Stop, Think, Act" technique to pause and assess impulses before acting.
  • Develop strategies to recover from impulsive mistakes and learn from them.
  • Recognize impulse control as a long-term journey and track progress in managing impulses.
  • Adopt a growth mindset to view impulse control as a skill that can be continuously improved.
  • Create a comprehensive plan for maintaining impulse control using learned techniques, including self-reflection and commitment to improvement.

Meet Course Creator,
Dr. Kymberli Barker

Dr. Barker is the single mother of two fantastic young men, and they are her priority in life. She holds degrees in biochemistry, math, forensics, and psychology. She is a consultant and a professor at multiple colleges, teaching with the Citadel, and Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, in psychology, criminal justice, and neuroscience and providing international educator training. Her psychology specializations are police, the US Military, and first responders. Her personal focus is child advocacy. She developed the Guardian ad Litem/(GAL)/CASA program for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and is tribally and state sworn as a GAL. She lives at the beach with her newly adopted puppy and they both love playing in the water. Her favorite thing is being a mom.

Kymberli Barker