How is Anger a Problem?
Many individuals have a serious problem with anger. They have developed an anger habit. Anger is like a drug; people can become addicted to anger in the same way as they become addicted to tobacco, alcohol, prescription drugs, or street drugs. In such cases, individuals use anger as a primary tool for power and control. When is Anger a Problem? Anger is a problem when it results in emotional, mental, or physical to any individual. Anger is a problem when it separates families, friends, colleagues, and co-workers. Anger is an economic problem; it can result in court costs and other fines, loss of work, and medical expenses. Changing Toxic Anger Habits The first step to changing toxic, anger habits and addiction is to acknowledge the problem. Recognizing physiological responses to perceived threats, having a mental plan to counter these responses, and maintaining self-control will ultimately result in changed behavior.
