©   2001       Paperback      32 pages

ISBN: 1-55691-224-2    

Price: $4.00 each

About the Book

Most people express anger in healthy, constructive ways - most of the time. Those trying to abstain from alcohol or other drug use, the way in which they deal with anger can cause. They have a likelihood of relapsing if they are unable to express anger directly and in healthy ways. They respond in ways that make matters worse. Then they can become abusive or violent in what they say and how they act. Such difficulties in dealing with anger is a major factor in producing relapse among those in recovery.

Managing Anger can be used in therapy sessions or as part of a self-help program. It can provide an understanding of the roots of anger, styles of coping, the connection between anger and emotional states, anger management problems, mental-health issues, substance abuse disorders, and healthy coping strategies.

Contents

• Understanding Anger

• Styles of Displaying Anger

• Effects of Anger

• Anger Management Strategies

• Suggested Readings

Editorial Reviews

“As someone who has worked in the domestic violence field for many years, I can vouch for the link of anger and violence with alcohol abuse. This workbook offers practical and straightforward steps to identifying and reducing this problem. The workbook provides an essential component of alcoholism treatment.”  –Dr. Ed Gondolf, Associate Director of Research, Mid-Atlantic Training Institute; Professor of Sociology; Author; Researcher

“I’m a real hothead who always blamed others for my problems with anger. This guide talks to you straight on about taking responsibility to change, plus it gives you ideas you can really use. I feel more in control of my anger than ever before.”  –Steve, age 52, alcoholic

“This guide made me realize that keeping anger inside wasn’t healthy, and that I could express it in ways that won’t harm others. I’ve become more assertive now, and I think this is better for me.”  –Donella, age 33, heroin addict