Feeling angry is a normal reaction. It is uncomfortable, yes, but it is necessary as it lets us know that we need to protect ourselves from danger oftentimes before we are aware of it.
However, when it feels like you are overwhelmed by the emotion, it may be time to reconsider how you are handling (or not handling) the emotion and what it is doing to you and your relationships.
Signs and Symptoms of Anger Management Issues in Children
Children do not usually understand how their emotions work. Fortunately, as adults, we do. Pay close attention and check whether the following symptoms hold true for them:
- Not being able to express emotions in a calm and healthy manner
- Having tantrums not expected of their age
- Being violent and looking for something to break when they are angry, disrupting your family life
- Their teachers reporting that they are out of control
- Their friends do not want to play with them
Signs and Symptoms of Anger Management Issues in Adults
As adults, however, we are not exempted from having anger issues. Here are the ways this usually manifests:
- Inward aggression that may lead to isolation or self-harm
- Outward aggression, which includes shouting, being physically violent and threatening, and swearing
- Cycles of bad behavior that put their relationships in jeopardy
- Ignoring people or refusing to speak to them
- Having a difficult time expressing emotions calmly and healthily
How Behavioral Health Care Interventions Can Help
With anger management, it is possible to handle anger healthily. Our mental and behavioral healthcare professionals at Grace Inspire Behavioral Health Care will make sure to carefully evaluate and assess your situation to address underlying interpersonal issues. They will also provide you with the strategies to manage the emotion to make sure you can live a life free from its shackles.
Take the Reins of Your Mental Health Today
… and take control of your life too. See how we can help you by scheduling an appointment with one of our mental health professionals here. You may also opt for an online consultation for your convenience. For more of your inquiries, feel free to send us a message here.