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We may feel anger at having been treated badly or unfairly by others. Our anger may be a reaction to difficult experiences in our daily life, our past, or in the world around us. Or it may be a way to cope with other emotions.
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Anger. Most people feel angry sometimes, but if it's affecting your life, there are things you can try that may help. Support is also available if you're finding it hard to cope with stress, anxiety or depression.
Whether your anger is about something that happened in the past or something happening now, thinking about how and why we interpret and react to situations can help. We can learn how to cope with our emotions better and find ways to manage our anger.
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- What are anger issues?
- What causes anger issues?
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- Anger issues types
- Do I have anger issues?
- Anger issues management
- Takeaway
Anger is an essential emotion, but when it can’t be managed and controlled, it becomes a problem.
Anger is a natural, instinctive response to threats. Some anger is necessary for our survival. Anger becomes a problem when you have trouble managing it, causing you to say or do things you regret.
A 2010 study found that uncontrolled anger is bad for your physical and mental health. It can also quickly escalate to verbal or physical violence, harming you and those around you.
Many things can trigger anger, including stress, family problems, and financial issues.
For some people, anger results from an underlying disorder, such as alcoholism or depression. Anger itself isn’t considered a disorder, but anger is a known symptom of several mental health conditions.
Physical symptoms
Anger affects different parts of your body, including your heart, brain, and muscles. A 2011 study found that anger also causes an increase in testosterone and a decrease in cortisol. The physical signs and symptoms of anger include: •increased blood pressure •increased heart rate •tingling sensation •muscle tension
Emotional
There are a number of emotions that go hand in hand with anger. You may notice the following emotional symptoms before, during, or after an episode of anger: •irritability •frustration •anxiety •rage •stress •feeling overwhelmed •guilt
Anger can manifest itself in a number of different ways. Not all anger is expressed in the same way. Anger and aggression can be outward, inward, or passive.
•Outward: This involves expressing your anger and aggression in an obvious way. This can include behavior such as shouting, cursing, throwing or breaking things, or being verbally or physically abusive toward others.
•Inward: This type of anger is directed at yourself. It involves negative self-talk, denying yourself things that make you happy or even basic needs, such as food. Self-harm and isolating yourself from people are other ways anger can be directed inward.
•Passive: This involves using subtle and indirect ways to express your anger. Examples of this passive-aggressive behavior include giving someone the silent treatment, sulking, being sarcastic, and making snide remarks.
You may have anger issues if:
•you feel angry often
•you feel that your anger seems out of control
•your anger is affecting your relationships
•your anger is hurting others
•your anger causes you to say or do things you regret
If you believe your anger is out of control or if it’s negatively affecting your life or relationships, consider seeking help from a mental health professional.
A mental health professional can help determine if you have an underlying mental health condition that may be causing your anger issues. They can also help treat it to reduce your anger.
Anger management can also include one or more of the following:
•relaxation techniques
•behavioral therapy
•depression, anxiety, or ADHD medications, if you have a diagnosis of any of these conditions
Anger is an essential emotion, but if your anger seems out of control or is affecting your relationships, you may have anger issues.
A mental health professional can help you work through your anger and identify any underlying mental health conditions that may be a contributing factor. With anger management and other treatments, you can learn skills to help manage your anger.
1 day ago · Problem-solving can be another helpful strategy for managing anger. Often, anger causes individuals to dwell on problems, leading to blame, frustration, and other counterproductive thought processes. Rather than focusing on the source of your frustration, focus on potential solutions. Use healthy communication skills
Explains anger, some possible causes and how it can make you feel and act. There's practical suggestions for what you can do and where you can go for support. This includes advice for friends and family.
understand anger and what keeps it going. find ways to manage anger and express your emotions in a healthy way. Problems with anger can be caused by a range of different things – this guide aims to help you find where your anger is coming from, and learn ways of solving the problem.
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