Health Consequences of anger

    Anger is a very powerful emotion if not handled properly; it can destroy families, friendships, marriages, and in other cases destroy properties. Uncontrolled anger can lead to arguments, physical fights, physical abuse, assault and self-harm. But well managed anger can help you make a positive change. When angry, our heart rates, blood pressure and respiration increases, the body temperature rises and the skin perspires.

   Some people who fly into rages have low self-esteem, and use their anger as a way to manipulate others and feel powerful. Anger can cause people to feel put off, upset, intimidated, afraid, or a handful of other unpleasant emotions.

Causes of anger: Stress is the major cause of anger. People who are stressed are more likely to experience anger. People are advised to exercise regularly to reduce stress.

Effects of anger

    The constant flood of stress chemicals and associated metabolic changes that go with recurrent unmanaged anger can eventually cause harm to many different systems of the body which includes:

1)      Increased anxiety. Mood swings

2)      High blood pressure. Emotions such as anger and hostility quickly activate the "fight or flight response," in which stress hormones, including adrenaline and cortisol, speed up your heart rate and breathing and give you a burst of energy. Blood pressure also rises as your blood vessels constrict.

3)      Headache, migraines and chest pains

4)      Anger, yelling and violence also sets an unhealthy precedent in a relationship, ignoring the need for open, trusting communication.

5)      Digestion problems, such as abdominal pain

6)      Insomnia. Anger makes it difficult for you to fall asleep.

7)      Depression

8)      Anger can cause people to feel put off and upset and this would make them stay away from you

9)      Frequent high levels of anger have now been linked to heart disease. Anger and hostility are significantly associated with more heart problems in initially healthy people, as well as a worse outcome for patients already diagnosed with heart disease.

   If you feel out of control, walk away from the situation temporarily, until you cool down. . However, bottled anger often turns into depression and anxiety so try to control and express your anger in a mild way. Be open and honest in your communication with people.