What causes Anger Issues in Teens

 What causes Anger Issues in Teens

Introduction 

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Anger is a natural response taking place when things don't go our way. Nobody can deny the fact that they had never experienced the wave of anger. Everyone experiences its wave, the only difference is that some people are mindful enough to control these emotions, while other people have 0% or very least control over their anger issues. 
Having anger issues isn't a problem, it's an obvious and very first response to the triggering things around us. The problem arises when you cross the limit to which you can showcase your anger in specific situations. 




Anger has no control when you are in that phase, even as per the researchers of Symantec/NOP, 2000, - 'People witnessed the physical attacks on computers while in anger.'
Among all the 16 Britain countries, it was noted that Britain is one of the most road rage countries as compared to others. People living there create violence in the road when confronted with anger issues which take place more often there. People are hot-blooded and find this means of road violence better to satisfy their anger issues, researchers said. 
Even researchers of 2010 study believed that - 'Uncontrolled anger can lead to physical and mental troubles further. It unintentionally would make you act violently and self-harm.'
Boiling Point Report, 2008 - Mental Health Organisation
A survey was done to understand the behavior of the anger on the varied individuals, groups, and communities. The results have the following findings mentioned below -
  • Almost 64% believe that the current situations lead to people getting angry each moment.
  • Almost 20% i.e, 1 out of the 5 folks said that they ended the connection with their loved ones because of the misbehavior or the ill-treatment done by them in the phase of anger. 
  • Almost 28% or 1 out every 4 folks were worried about the fact that they lose all their control whenever they are angry. 
  • Almost 1 out of every 10th person said that they face difficulty in controlling and managing their anger issues.
  • Almost 40 researched-based published studies are into place that suggests the emergence of anger issues among children and teenagers. 
  • More than 50 research-based articles have been published to date that demonstrates the anger issues among old people. Successful treatments are in place for people falling under every age group. 
  • Almost 32% of the folks mentioned that their close and dear ones have trouble controlling their anger.
  • Some effective courses on anger management are available for everybody which are funded by the NHS.
  • Almost 13% of the folks seek external help from psychiatrists, counselors, or mental health specialists to control their anger issues. 
  • Almost 80% of the surveyed folks believed that the individuals seeking help from outside sources should be encouraged instead of being tortured. 
What causes Anger Issues in Teens
Multiple disorders and situations can give birth to anger issues among the different folks. Let's study all of them one by one below -
Substance Abuse
A large dose of things like alcohol, drugs, and smoking reduces your capacity to see and think clearly. You feel drunk and as if unaware of your options. It leads to loss of consciousness leading to 60% of the crimes taking place.
 
According to the research experts, a study showed that - 'Almost half of the violent crimes are done by substance-addicted folks like Alcohol. They also added that drinking too much alcohol can be entirely dangerous not only for your health but lead to an increased amount of anger issues forcing you from within to conduct violent behavior around you.'
Highlights
Poor thinking skills
Dizziness
Lack of focus
Unhealthy habits
Harming others
Violent behavior
Physical aggression
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
It is a neurodevelopmental disorder resulting in multiple symptoms where Anger is one of the most common of all.  
According to the Anger Management experts, - 'The symptoms of the Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can start showing from a very small age and it can continue to show up till lifetime.'
Highlights
  • Impulsiveness
  • Lack of planning and conducting daily activities
  • Short-tempered 
  • Indecisiveness
  • Lack of focus
  • Zero time management skills
  • Internally forced to concentrate on the negative part of all the circumstance
  • Improper life management 
  • Hyperactivity 
Trauma
Anger can also be caused by traumatic life events like divorce cases, loss of dear ones, brutal accidents, and even breakups. 
Highlights
  • A feeling of numbness
  • A sense of fear 90% of the times
  • Trust issues
  • Unable to look at the positive side of the situation 
  • Unhappy most of the times
  • Feeling of loneliness 
Bipolar disorder
Anger may be a result of this kind of disorder which is responsible for causing dramatic mood changes. 
According to the researchers, - 'Almost 60% of the folks suffering from the Bipolar Disorder may also have the depressing episodes leading to depression and mania disorder.'
Highlights
  • The feeling of excess anger and turmoil
  • Loss of interest from life
  • Feeling purposeless
  • Wanting to end oneself
  • Loss of energy
  • Crying frequently
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
The 'Obsessive-compulsive disorder' is nothing but an anxiety disorder. Anger is one of the most important symptoms of this disorder. A person undergoing this disorder has repeated patterns, mentally disturbing emotions, urges, and obsessions from within to do something. 
Anger is the common symptom seen in the case of an Obsessive-compulsive disorder. 
According to the 2011 research study, - 'Anger traps more than 50% of the people suffering from an Obsessive-compulsive disorder.'
A person may be facing unseen pressure to perform a particular ritual or eat certain things. They believe that if they don't do all of this, then God will punish them for going against his will. 
Highlights
  • Compulsive Behavior
  • Obsessive thoughts
  • Urges to do something
  • Anger
  • Aggression
Oppositional defiant disorder
Children of the age group between 8 to 18 are prone to have Oppositional defiant disorder. 
Almost 1 to 16% of the school children get affected with anger issues caused due to Oppositional defiant disorder. These children seem to be more defensive, argumentative, and rude. 
Highlights
  • Boiling blood temper issues
  • Misbehaving and using foul language
  • Getting annoyed easily 
Depression
Depression has no starting or ending - it can happen from anywhere, anytime! A wave of sadness and hopelessness might lead to anger issues which further could cause depression. 
  
Highlights
  • Suicidal Tendencies
  • High temperament
  • Frustration
  • Feeling empty from inside
  • Living life Hopelessly
Intermittent explosive disorder
People suffering from this disorder often tend to have arrogant, aggressive, and violent behavior. They tend to be negative, yelling, complaining, or indulging in conflicts 90% of the time.
Excessive Anger may be caused by teenagers due to this syndrome lasting for more than 30 minutes in a row. 
Highlights
  • Makes you violent
  • Overaggressive
  • Getting into arguments and fights 
  • Overly defensive behavior
  • Problem in breathing
  • Using physical abuse through things besides you
  • Temper issues
Final Words
Anger itself is not a disease or a disorder! It's just one of the symptoms of some disorder. Habitual Anger issues-related problems can be completely treated in 95% of the cases. Treating the major causes or the roots causing anger issues can entirely lead to positive outcomes and controlled anger. So, it's not a matter of worry at all. With exercises, reading, meditation, and yoga, you can treat almost anything at home. 
Reference
https://www.healthline.com/health/anger-issues#causes


































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