Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Anger Management
Individuals who struggle with controlling their anger have difficulties coping with certain stressors in their life and they act out aggressively towards them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a psychological approach that can help an individual control their anger and limit their arousal. Bad anger habits can be changed and an individual can learn healthier ways to react to the stimuli that makes them angry. This is achieved by replacing negative thoughts and feelings with positive ones that change the way the individual interprets, reacts, and communicates during a situation (Berger, 2005). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can change an individual and their loved one's life by using interventions that reduce aggressive tendencies.
Often, the process of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy begins by using psychological diagnostic tests that find out which stressors trigger the client's aggressive response. Then the psychologist will determine which techniques and interventions best fit the client's needs. The approach will focus on changing the client's cognitions and how they handle situations. Relaxation techniques and social skills training are taught to the client. These interventions will bring about both cognitive and behavior change. The client must be an active participant inside and outside of therapy, and utilizes both behavioral and cognitive strategies to bring about change (Kelly, 2007). Also the individual sets goals they want to achieve and creates purpose to help them move forward.
If you or your loved one is struggling with anger issues, get help by contacting a local professional organization or psychological firm. CBT can be used to treat various age groups that are struggling with different forms of anger problems. There are many different techniques that can be used to help anger issues and change bad habits that can make you and your loved ones have a better quality life. D'Arienzo Psychological Group can help you get the life changing results you want through their courses, therapy, and emotional support.
Article was written by DPG's intern and communications UNF Major, Ashley Pisciottano, in March 2017.
References
Berger, V. (2005). Cognitive and Behavioral Therapy. http://www.psychologistanywhereanytime.com/
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Kelly, J. (2007). Mindfulness-based and Cognitive-behavior Therapy for Anger-management: an Integrated Approach.
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