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Why am I always so angry?
It’s only natural to experience anger from time to time. In fact, this emotion is a part of our biological makeup. After all, the surge of adrenaline that accompanies this reaction has essentially helped mankind survive since we first walked the earth – giving us the strength to overcome predators and protect our families from harm.
However, in this day and age, those who cannot identify and manage this emotion may find that it puts undue strain on their professional and personal relationships, and can even lead to trouble with the law. Why are some people so prone to angry outbursts, while others seem so in control of their emotions?
The American Psychological Association (APA) has a few theories.
“One cause may be genetic or physiological: There is evidence that some children are born irritable, touchy, and easily angered […] Another may be sociocultural. Anger is often regarded as negative; we’re taught that it’s all right to express […] other emotions but not to express anger. As a result, we don’t learn how to handle it or channel it constructively,” the APA states in a pamphlet on this often overlooked sentiment.
If you are already predisposed to such episodes, other aspects of your lifestyle – such as a stressful career or financial troubles – can exacerbate this issue. Just because you’ve always been a bit hot-headed, doesn’t mean you can’t learn to keep these volatile emotions in check. By taking anger management classes, you can develop new techniques to implement when you feel agitated. At Conflict Coaching & Consulting, we offer a wide range of online anger management courses that you can complete discreetly, and at your own pace. If you think you could benefit from one of our programs, feel free to browse through our sample classes to find the right course for you.
Dr. Carlos Todd, PhD, LCMHC is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, nationally recognized anger management and conflict resolution specialist, and founder of MasteringAnger.com and Conflict Coaching and Consulting Inc. With over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Todd has developed evidence‑based anger management programs used by individuals, couples, corporations, law enforcement agencies, and healthcare organizations across the United States. He holds a PhD with a specialization in conflict management intervention and is certified in anger management. His proprietary workbook and course curriculum have helped thousands of adults build lasting emotional regulation skills. MasteringAnger.com has been in continuous operation since 2009, offering court‑accepted, clinician‑designed online anger management courses ranging from 4 to 52 hours.
