ANGER
How do we define Anger?
Anger is one of the basic human emotions that consists of a strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure or hostility.
In small doses, anger is an appropriate, normal, and healthy emotion. Everyone experiences anger. It helps us stand up for ourselves when we've been wronged, and protect our own needs. However in many circumstances, anger can have negative repercussions.
When does Anger become a problem?
When it negatively effects others : Anger drives people to act in a way that's unpleasant or harmful to those around them. This can result in straining or losing relationships. It can be difficult to maintain healthy relationships when anger is out of control.
When it hinders performance at school or work: Anger can lead to breakdowns in communication, making it difficult to work with others. Additionally, being preoccupied with anger harms one's ability to concentrated on tasks
When it negatively affects health or well-being: Anger effects both physical and emotional health. Physically, anger contributes to problems such as high blood pressure and heart attacks. Emotionally, anger contributes to anxiety, depression, and drug and alcohol use.
When it becomes too intense: Even when anger is justified, it can be a problem if it goes too far. For example, physical aggression can lead to severe consequences such as physical harm to one's self or others, property damage, and legal trouble. A verbal outburst that's out of proportion to a situation may lead to losing a job, permanently damaging a relationship, or other consequences.
