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Anger Management

  • 10-07-2014 9:55pm
    #1
    LegacyUser
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    I have Anger Management issues, which are exacerbated when I drink.

    I could have maybe 3/4 pints and be ok but after that there is a chance that something or someone could set me off - it doesnt happen all the time but has happened enough over the years.

    First issue is to limit what I drink to 3/4 pints or none at all. That is something I am aware of.
    However I also have anger issues when sober, I can be quite impatient, don't like being disrespected by others and sometimes little things can set me off.

    I have been to 2/3 Anger Management sessions before but I didn't find the counsellor much use.

    Has anyone had Anger issues before and been able to improve the problem and if so what kind of therapy and any good counsellors.


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    sashafierce
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  • #3
    LegacyUser
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    Hey there,
    Just wanted to post because I can relate. I grew up in an angry house - i often think that there was no "safety-catch" in our house, so I didn't learn to control and/or process anger the way kids normally do:/ As an adult though, I quickly realised that my issues had to be dealt with or were in danger of destroying my ability to build a life I liked. It is a huge thing to admit to oneself (which is half the battle) and in my experience...makes one hate oneself:(

    I think now that there is usually a root-cause to anger management - something (or things) that start a river of anger that flows in your veins so that little things spark it off. I am posting to give you hope though - I've had (a lot of) therapy and learned really good balance, and how to control and most importantly - to process my anger. Most people who get to know me now can't believe that I ever had control problems:) The reality is though, that you have to delve pretty deep to find the source...so I suppose my recommendation (of CBT and fairly deep emotional awareness) comes with a health warning. There may be reasons underpinning your anger issues that are hard to face.

    I wish you the very best of luck with it though - and believe me - it is possible to make the problem ebb slowly away:)


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