Anger and frustration are both universal emotions. While they do have a close relationship and are often used interchangeably, there is a distinct difference between the two terms.

Frustration Characteristics

Frustration is a response to feelings of dissatisfaction. This can be intrinsic or extrinsic – for example, we may be frustrated by another person’s inability to grasp what we are trying to explain, or frustrated by our own inability to express our explanation adequately.

Frustration itself is not anger but can provoke or incite anger. The degree to which this occurs or the frequency in which it occurs in any individual is closely related to the person’s anger management profile. Frustration can be one of many triggers that lead to anger. Continue reading →

Anger is a normal emotion and at one time or another, almost all of humankind has experienced an outburst to one degree or another. When anger becomes impulsive and explosive, it deserves a much closer look. Whether you’ve been the aggressor or the victim of someone else’s sudden explosive outbursts of anger, it is in your interest to get a better understanding of the possible underlying causes.

Characteristics of Sudden Explosive Anger

From a clinical standpoint, Intermittent Explosive Disorder (IED) is very real and can be very damaging if left untreated. What degree of behavior justifies a formal diagnosis? Continue reading →