1. Definition and Physical Effects Created by T. Magallan @ Truitt MS

2. What is Anger? Anger is a strong feeling of displeasure mixed with an urge to fight back. Anger is a normal emotion. By itself, anger is neither good nor bad. Expressing your anger can be healthy, but losing control is NOT!

3. Physical Effects of Anger Like anxiety, anger produces physical changes in the body, like increased heart rate, tightened muscles, a rush of blood to the head. People feel angry when they lose or can’t get something important to them, something they want or need. We can experience differing degrees of anger, ranging from mild irritation and annoyance to intense fury and rage. Situations that cause people to become angry: teasing, jealousy, insults about self, family or friends, having to wait too long, something important to you gets broken or taken, being talked about, having rumors spread, etc.

4. Reasons for Controlling Anger Getting what you REALLY want is usually easier if you keep your anger under CONTROL!

5. Dealing with Anger and it Effects People deal with anger-provoking situations in various ways: –Some do nothing (they put up with the situation or walk away) –Some lash out, verbally or physically –Some show anger in less obvious ways (refusing to talk) –Some try to control their anger.