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Most peopleexperience angernow and then.
However, if you feel angry often or intensely, anger management therapy can help.
Anger management therapy can help reduce these types of responses or outbursts.
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Engle outlines some of these techniques below.
A therapist can help you problem-solve how to respond when youre angry.
Role-playing offers opportunities to practice skills that can enhance anger control, such as assertiveness and direct communication.
Therapy can also teach you coping strategies and relaxation techniques.
Your therapist will also work with you to practice changing your response patterns.
Assessing Anger Management Issues
Unsure whether you might benefit from anger management therapy?
Thisanger quizwas medically reviewed by Rachel Goldman, PhD, FTOS.
A 2017 study found that CBT was helpful to table tennis players with anger management issues.
“Professional evaluation and consultation can help identify any co-occurring mental health issues like trauma or substance use.
They can also help determine an appropriate treatment plan.
By specializing in anger, the professional knows what strategies are most effective for reducing these feelings.
Depending on your preferences, you’re able to choose to opt for individual treatment orgroup therapy.
Find out which option is the best for you.
Summary
Anger can take a toll on your health, relationships, and career.
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