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Anger

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Anger

Varies in intensity from mildirritation to intense fury

Can be sparked by a variety of things• People• Events• Memories• Personal Problems

Perceived threats may or may not be real

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Anger Can Be Collective

Anger can be collective in both cause and effect (social rage)

• Groups can be angry at other groups

• Nations can be angry at other nations

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Anger Can Be Positive

Anger can be a positive emotional force IF expressed constructively by:

• Expressing grievances so they can be addressed

• Remaining focused on problem solving

• Energizing social change

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Positive Approaches to Anger

Expression• Convey feelings in an assertive, but

non-aggressive manner• Maintain respect for others

Suppression• Stop thinking about the source of

anger• Focus on something that can be

approached constructively• Can be dangerous if done

repeatedly without an emotional outlet

Calming down• Consciously relax

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Positive Anger Expression

First, acknowledge the anger

Then, respond to it by:

• Relaxing- to diffuse internal anger• Restructuring cognition- to think

about the situation positively• Engaging in problem solving- to

creatively address problems• Improving communication- to

overcome misunderstandings• Using humor- to diffuse the

situation• Changing the environment- to

“get away” from the problem

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Third Parties and Anger

Third parties can help by:• Teaching people techniques for

dealing with anger positively

• Creating a safe environment

• Being an example of positive anger management

• Encouraging constructive discussion

• Listening empathetically

• Helping parties to reframe their positions more positively

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