Anger Management
Anger is a completely normal, usually healthy, human emotion. But when it gets out of control
and turns destructive, it can lead to problems. The ability to effectively control or "manage" anger is essential in all phases
of our lives. Whether as parents, employees, neighbors or responsible citizens, it is of critical importance that we
can control angry feelings and avoid hurting others or ourselves. Feelings of anger can lead to rage and result in irreparable
harm. For example, a perceived inability or unwillingness to control anger may result in:
- domestic violence
- child abuse
- job conflicts
- marital bickering or quarreling
- road rage
Anger management counseling involves development of cognitive awareness of the thought processes
that result in anger and loss of control, and learning self-control techniques to utilize when angry. Relaxation skills, stress
management techniques and cognitive therapy interventions are used in combination to assist the individual with anger control.
Through the process of counseling, those who have been afflicted with feelings of anger and rage
can begin to assume responsibility for their thoughts, feelings and behavior and can begin to live as healthy adults who are
capable of controlling their behavior.
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