Anger

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It's Not Always Depression

Apr 7, 20236 min read

Basic Steps to Get a Grip On Angry Impulses

I was on the subway and I witnessed a needless escalation of anger that ended with somebody being punched in the face. I was shaken and...

Mar 7, 20224 min read

The Emotional Toll of Traumatic Brain Injury

The emotional challenges following a traumatic brain injury are many.

Oct 8, 20206 min read

When Buried Anger Leads to Depression & How To Heal

When someone is depressed, it's worth asking what other emotions they might have buried deep inside that need to be dealt with.

Apr 5, 20205 min read

10 Tips to Prevent Fights with Loved Ones

More than ever people need tools to handle their emotions. We must work hard to NOT take out stress on our loved ones.

Dec 6, 20194 min read

5 Tips to Build Emotional Resilience When the Holidays Bring Distress

It's not unusual for the holidays to bring up anxiety. But, a little emotion education and a few tips go a long way to getting through.

Jun 14, 20194 min read

What Emotion and Trauma Theory Teach Us About Bullying

Richard, a former patient of mine, used to bully kids when he was in high school. Here's why he did it.

Feb 13, 20175 min read

Why Are People Mean?

Cecily grew up in a family with lots of shouting and sometimes some hitting. Cecily naturally thought yelling and hitting WAS anger. I

Dec 15, 20164 min read

Start Fantasizing!

“You cannot change the past, but you can change how you feel about the past.”

Nov 20, 20153 min read

Befriending Anger

The core emotion of anger is crucial for survival. Without it, we would not know when to protect and defend ourselves.