Many of us try to deny that we ever feel angry. Others take their anger out unfairly on others. When anger is uncontrollably expressed, it can lead to the physical abuse of others including, homicide, rape, or child abuse. But the regular expression of anger by a person can also hurt him or her by causing physical problems. Consequently, the failure to recognize and deal with our anger can lead to serious health problems including high blood pressure, heart problems, headaches, skin disorders and stomach problems.
Some experts believe that repressed or unexpressed anger is a primary cause of anxiety.
It can disrupt relationships, especially if the angry person becomes sarcastic, critical or acts in a manner intended to hurt the other person rather than dealing with the anger directly. Since the common antecedents of anger such as frustration, annoyance, harassment, and disappointment are inevitable in our lives, it is important that we learn how to manage our anger to protect our health and constructively solve our problems. The first step in managing anger is learning to recognize it. If we can admit to our feelings before they begin to build up, it's usually easier to decide how to handle them appropriately. Secondly, try to identify why you're angry and at whom.