meets a real need: Unchecked anger disrupts relationships, jobs, parenting, and more
field-tested approach has been fine-tuned over 20 years of research and sutting a lid on it is easier said than done. Yet this powerful, often destructive emotion can be tamed with the effective six-step
'Rarely does one find outstanding scholarship and clinical wisdom wedded in one book. Such is the case in Dr. W. Robert Nay's exciting text. The writing style is highly engaging and the text is filled with numerous relevant examples. This book is a must read' for anyone who wants to learn to utilize anger reactions more effectively, whether in personal relationships or the work world. It is a self-help goldmine from a very wise individual who is also a scholarly expert in the anger control field.' - James P. McCullough, Jr., PhD, Department of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University, USA
W. Robert Nay, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in McLean, Virginia, and Annapolis, Maryland, and serves as Clinical Associate Professor at Georgetown University School of Medicine. The author of two psychology textbooks, Dr. Nay has taught mental health professionals nationwide to conduct anger management training with their clients. He is frequently consulted by the media and has appeared several times on Entertainment Tonight to discuss media violence.
Introduction. Step One: Understanding and Recognizing Anger. The Faces of Anger: Who Do You See in the Mirror? Behind the Mask: Understanding Anger and Its Expression. Step Two: Identifying and Preparing for Anger Triggers. Understanding Your Anger Triggers. Step Three: Pinpointing Your Anger Early On and Dampening Arousal. Anger Awareness. Dampening Anger Arousal. Step Four: Identifying and Changing Thoughts That Fuel Anger. Recognizing Thoughts That Fuel Anger. Rewriting Your Script: New Thinking for New Solutions. Step Five: Staying Cool Under Fire. Assertive Problem Solving: Expressing Anger Constructively in Conflict Situations. When Anger Is Aimed at You. Step Six: Staying the Course - Sustaining New Behavior and Coping with Roadblocks. Establishing New Anger Habits. So You've Had a Setback: Getting Back on Track. Appendices. Self-Assessment of Anger Questionnaire (SAQ). Personal Anger Scale. Anger Analysis. Suggested Resources.