Managing Anger in the Family
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Anger can be a healthy response to a threatening or unpleasant experience. However, if your anger is explosive or seems excessive given the situation, it may be becoming problematic. This kind of anger can affect your quality of life and break down your relationships. Families can be greatly impacted by anger, however, it doesn’t have to stay that way.

Anger Can Affect Everyone

Young people—children and teens—have greater tendencies to exhibit anger when they are confused or upset. If a child’s anger is ignored, they may continue to have difficulties expressing anger well into adulthood. In fact, Harvard Medical School says approximately 8 percent of teenagers exhibit anger behaviors that qualify for lifetime diagnoses of intermittent explosive disorder.

Anger doesn’t only affect children and adolescents. Being a natural emotion, anger can consume anyone, even adults. Families that are consumed by anger run the risk of creating a family culture in which everyone is quick to anger. If your family has a genetic predisposition to anxiety or depression, anger can be an indication of a deeper emotional concern.

Finding a Realistic Solution to a Real Family Problem

There are healthy ways to express anger, but if your anger is causing your family serious concerns, the problem needs to be resolved, counseling can help. If you have difficulty controlling your temper, or if a family member has problems with anger, don’t feel helpless. 

Rather than creating and feeding animosity in your family, seek out family counseling. A qualified therapist independently contracted with Carolina Counseling Services – Fuquay-Varina, NC, can assess what is happening in your family. A licensed counselor can offer skills and solutions, allowing your family to find resolution and move forward together. Call CCS today to get started.

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