Anger Management Q&A
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Dr. Jekyll and Mrs. Hyde
What you are describing is all too common with people who react badly under the disinhibiting effects of alcohol. I do not want to bore or confuse you with a lesson neuroanatomy, but there are subcortical structures in our brains - parts of the brain under the surface that are responsible for basic
Answered by Dr. Mark Abrahams
My Anger is Getting Out of Control
Thank you for your message. It sounds like you may have some anger management issues and I also sense that there may be some sort of social disorder at play since it sounds as though engaging with/relating to people is often difficult for you. I'm afraid that I am unable to give medical advice or pr
Answered by Rebecca Ashton
Anger, Rage.... Medication?
Thank you for your question! First, let me point out to you that anger is a secondary emotion; meaning, there is an emotion that exists before anger and that emotions provokes the anger. My recommendation would be seeking counseling to discover the primary feelings and root cause of those feelings.
Answered by Milena Colyer
When to get legal advice
Hello. Your question sounds more like a legal question. I would recommend that he seek legal advice if he caught a case while under the influence. There are so many variables that the legal system takes into account when determining the consequences of an offense. I would, however, recommend that yo
Answered by Dyan Kolb
Basic Training is Necessary Before Going into Battle
If you want to be able to employ basic breathing techniques when you need it, it has to be second-nature to you. One does not expect to behave as a martial artist when the occasion arises, if one has never practiced martial arts techniques in a dojo beforehand. One does not go into battle if one has
Answered by Dr. Mark Abrahams
Addicted to Anger
Hello and thank you for your question. First I'd like to congratulate you on the work that you have done so far-recognising triggers and progression can sometimes be the hardest part of overcoming anger. You say that you love the sense of power, the loss of control and restraint and your righteousne
Answered by Rebecca Ashton
Self-Control, NOT Control of Others
Sorry, but it seems to me that your wife is in the process of reclaiming some control over her life. Going to NA is the best choice she could make. If her road to recovery causes a major rift in your marriage, the only sane recourse is for you to join her on the road to recovery, before you take the
Answered by Dr. Mark Abrahams
Anger Management
Hello there- It sounds as if you have quite a bit of insight into your problem. You are right; if you do not deal with anger it will bottle up and distract you from getting your work done. It works this way with all feelings. I think it would be beneficial for you to see a therapist in order to work
Answered by Katie Brooks
Anger management
Sometimes on-line education can be a great way to gain extra information. See if there are any reviews on these programs and make sure that a licensed professional runs it. In addition, find out what kind of program it is and match it to your learning style. Everyone learns in a different way. For e
Answered by Katie Brooks
Catching the Anger Before it Spills Out On Your Children
I commend you for your courage in facing your anger issue. Parenting is THE most difficult job we will ever face, largely because we care so much for our children, our emotions are always involved at peak levels. Managing and making sense of them is very difficult and important. First of all, your u
Answered by David Johnson
Bullied as Child Finds Himself Accused of Bullying at Work
Here is a wake up call for someone who is listening. I congratulate you for recognizing the fit. The way you talk about your anger as a means to hold your employees accountable makes it appear to be a valid complaint. Anger is never a means to an end in the context of any sort of relationship. The s
Answered by David Johnson
Mad Dad Punches Coach
We all have some difficulty with anger. It is such a powerful motivator that expression is difficult to suppress. Some go so far as to never allow themselves to become angry. Ultimately that is a mistake and may lead to a passive social style that ends in feeling like they never get their needs met.
Answered by David Johnson