Guide To Effective Anger Management

Release Tension With Humor

Anger and stress can lead to a single-minded focus on the object of anger. This is an advantage if individuals are about to fight a dangerous enemy. It does not help them survive if their mind wanders when facing a foe. This is, however, not very helpful when the object of one's anger is an unpaid tax bill. It can be dangerous when the object of one's anger is a disagreement with a spouse or a crying child who will not fall asleep. It can be helpful in these cases to release tension with humor. Humor interrupts the angry thought patterns, allowing the individual to look at the problem from a different perspective. In preparation, it can be helpful to keep recordings of favorite comedians downloaded on a phone or tablet.

Seek Professional Help

If an individual has a recurring problem with managing their anger, it is important for them to seek professional help. A psychologist or counselor who specializes in anger management can provide more effective strategies to deal with anger. More importantly, this person is trained to help patients deal with the things that trigger their anger. They can give the patient a safe space to talk about the origins of their anger and look at why an issue might trigger such a strong response. Counselors also allow the patient to look at the cause of their anger from a safe distance. Patients can talk about the issue rationally so, when confronted by a trigger in real life, they are able to deal with it in a calmer way.