As a life-long survivor of severe bipolar disorder, I’ve learned to navigate the shoals of mental illness with some degree of dexterity. I protect my mental health the way I’d guard a... Read more »
The sudden, intense rush of anger. The immediate, regrettable reaction. If you have ADHD, you know this feeling—a volatile emotional spark that ignites before you can even think to put it out.... Read more »
Throughout my years as a clinician, I’ve worked with many individuals whose anger was fueled by their sense of entitlement. They shared a personality trait characterized by believing that they were special... Read more »
For those of us who have endured family abuse, one of the most essential—and elusive—emotions is anger. A host of forces prevent us from accessing the righteous outrage we ought to feel... Read more »
ADHD is characterized by a struggle of the sufferer to organize and make order of everything going on in his or her life. This sets the stage for habitual feelings of overwhelm.... Read more »
In today’s political climate, anger has stirred up protests throughout the nation. While parades and protests may have an immediate cathartic effect, clinicians and researchers report that anger can affect one’s health.... Read more »
Workplace anger, a common emotional experience, can arise from various triggers like unfair treatment or work overload. Individuals cope with anger differently, employing strategies such as rumination, where they dwell on the... Read more »
Over the years, I’ve often been asked how, as a therapist who focuses on anger management, I’m able to listen to so many individuals voice so much anger. “Don’t you get tired... Read more »