Addiction and Anger: Awareness, Research and Resources
“The attempt to escape from pain, is what creates more pain.” ― Gabor Maté
“You see, the acting-out, the yelling, the screaming and even the hitting, all that a person does, serves as a defence against the experience of the anger. It’s a defence against keeping the anger inside where it can be deeply felt. Discharge defends against anger being actually experienced.” ― Gabor Maté
Addiction and Anger Research
Addiction and Anger"Addiction and anger are closely intertwined, often creating a challenging cycle for individuals to break free from. Here’s a brief overview of their relationship:
- Anger as a Cause and Consequence of Addiction: Anger can both lead to and result from addiction. People may turn to substances to cope with unresolved anger or use anger as a response to the frustrations and challenges of addiction 1.
- Emotional Regulation: Substance abuse disrupts brain chemistry, making it harder for individuals to control their emotions, including anger 2. This can lead to more frequent and intense angry outbursts.
- Cycle of Dependency: Anger can trigger substance use, and substance use can exacerbate anger, creating a vicious cycle. For instance, someone might drink alcohol to calm their anger, but alcohol can actually increase irritability and aggression 1
- Impact on Relationships: Unmanaged anger and addiction can severely damage personal relationships, leading to conflicts, isolation, and further emotional distress 3.
- Recovery and Management: Effective addiction recovery often includes anger management strategies. Learning healthy ways to express and cope with anger is crucial for breaking the cycle of addiction 4. (Source: Microsoft Copilot 2024)
Anger Issues, Addiction, and Anger Management Wellness Retreat Recovery
Anger and Addiction The British Association of Anger Management
Connection Between Anger Management and SUD PRC Recovery Center
Depression, Anger, and Addiction: The Role of Emotions in Recovery and Treatment American Addiction Centers
Drug use and aggression: How to Protect Yourself Positive Choices
Pathological Gamblers are Prone to Anger and Poor at Expressing their Emotions PDF Download Research Snapshot
Relationship between Anger and Drug Addiction potential as Factors Affecting the Health of Medical Students NIH
Anger and Addiction: How Are They Connected? The Dawn Rehab
Anger and Drug Addiction Shoreline Recovery Center
Anger and Substance Abuse Sandstone Care
Anger and Substance Abuse: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis NIH
Anger and Substance Abuse: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis American Psychological Association
Anger and Addiction: Is There a Link? Zinnia Health
Anger is a D Word: Dark Journey in Addiction and Mental Health Wellbrook Recovery
Anger and Substance Abuse: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis American Psychological Association
Anger and Addiction: Is There a Link? Zinnia Health
Anger is a D Word: Dark Journey in Addiction and Mental Health Wellbrook Recovery
Connection Between Anger Management and SUD PRC Recovery Center
Depression, Anger, and Addiction: The Role of Emotions in Recovery and Treatment American Addiction Centers
Drug use and aggression: How to Protect Yourself Positive Choices
Pathological Gamblers are Prone to Anger and Poor at Expressing their Emotions PDF Download Research Snapshot
Relationship between Anger and Drug Addiction potential as Factors Affecting the Health of Medical Students NIH
Role Of Anger in Addiction ABHASA
Substance Abusers' Anger Behaviour and Sensory Processing Patterns: An Occupational Therapy Investigation Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa
The Complex Relationship Between Addiction and Anger White River Manor
The Link Between Addiction and Anger East Coast Recovery
The Link Between Alcohol and Aggression Verywell Mind
Substance Abusers' Anger Behaviour and Sensory Processing Patterns: An Occupational Therapy Investigation Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa
The Complex Relationship Between Addiction and Anger White River Manor
The Link Between Addiction and Anger East Coast Recovery
The Link Between Alcohol and Aggression Verywell Mind
The Role Of Anger in Addiction NorthStar Transitions
Why Does Crack Cause Aggression? The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake
Why Does Crack Cause Aggression? The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake
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