Let's Control Anger: Treatment Methods for Intermittent Explosive Disorder.

In our daily lives, when anger simmers due to stress, sudden shocks, or prolonged pressure, how can we manage and control it? This blog post sheds light on Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED) and introduces various professional advice and techniques for those struggling with anger management.

 

While anger is a natural emotion for everyone, if there's difficulty in regulating it, especially in conditions like Intermittent Explosive Disorder, appropriate coping mechanisms are essential.

 

Intermittent Explosive Disorder: Struggling with Anger

Intermittent Explosive Disorder is a condition characterized by the inability to control impulsive behavior, a subtype of 'Impulse Control Disorder,' where individuals face difficulties in regulating their anger. It can be divided into three categories based on the degree of anger control. Seeking consultation with a specialist in mental health is crucial in such situations.

 

Anger Control Assessment Criteria

1. Expressing harsh words and violence towards others when angry.
2. Throwing objects when angry.
3. Experiencing regret over ruining important matters due to anger.
4. Crying when unable to let go of anger.
5. Blaming others for one's mistakes and expressing anger.
6. Feeling frequently ignored and unjustly treated by others.
7. Getting angry when not acknowledged for achievements.
8. Having an impatient and easily excitable temperament.
9. Getting angry multiple times during online gaming when things don't go well.
10. Easily giving up or feeling defeated when tasks don't go smoothly.
11. Unable to overlook others' mistakes, leading to friction.

 

Treatment and Control Techniques for Intermittent Explosive Disorder

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For Intermittent Explosive Disorder, mental health professionals may use medications to calm excitability. However, more crucial than medication is forming habits to suppress anger.

 

Practicing Control Techniques

• Counting Numbers: Counting numbers when angry activates the left brain, aiding in rational judgment. Counting surrounding objects is also a good alternative.
• Avoiding Eye Contact with Aggravators: Stepping away from the source of anger for 15 minutes allows intense anger to naturally subside.
• Writing Reminders: Placing notes in visible locations with phrases like 'Don't explode' prompts reconsideration before expressing anger, providing an opportunity to calm down.
• Journaling Thoughts: People who suppress their anger may lack skills to express their opinions. Writing down opposing statements to someone's argument and practicing expressing them can be beneficial.

 

While anger is a natural emotion for everyone, if there's difficulty in regulating it, especially in conditions like Intermittent Explosive Disorder, appropriate coping mechanisms are essential. Through counseling with mental health experts and implementing effective anger control methods in daily life, one can achieve healthier emotional expression and improve overall quality of life.