Author Archives: drdarienzo

11.20.16
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Economy flyers unite! Research shows air rage a product of class difference

Interesting article about “Plane Rage”.

We blame air rage on long flight delays, shrinking seats and a general decline in civility. But the first empirical research study into the phenomenon pegs another culprit — class inequality — for the reason passengers lose it when taking to the so-called friendly skies.

Source: Economy flyers unite! Research shows air rage a product of class difference

09.27.16
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Anger Management Works

Anger Management Works.  Written by Ashley Pisciottano, UNF Communications Major and our Psychology Intern at D’Arienzo Psychological Group.

Our anger management programs are for those whose anger gets out of control and is destructive. Getting help and managing your anger can greatly impact your quality of life for the better.

Anger can arise from many triggers, such as a specific person, event, memory, or personal setback. Our anger management programs will help you reduce your negative feelings and outbursts toward these triggers.

In our anger management programs our therapists, counselors, or psychologist will first need to find out what triggers your anger, and then we will help you to develop strategies to keep those triggers from tipping you over the edge. The different strategies that we offer in our anger management programs include:  relaxation, cognitive restructuring, problem solving, better communication, using humor, and changing environment (APA, 2016).

In each of these strategies the key goal is to teach you how to respond and get around angry triggers in a controlled way. It will likely take you 10 weeks to three months to adequately learn these strategies (Castella, 2013) meaning they will become a new habit. You must be aware of your anger and use these strategies when you feel your anger emerging. Also thinking before acting out can save you from many regrets.

Anger is associated with serious harm and in the worst case scenario, homicides may result (Fives, Kong, & Fuller, 2011). If your life is falling apart because of anger, you need to get help to avoid hurting yourself or others around you. If you are dealing with anger issues, you must realize your faults and overcome them in a controlled, meaningful manner. Also learning from past experiences can help you handle a situation differently the next time it comes around.

Anger management works if you are willing to change and make the effort to get help!

References

APA. (2016). Controlling anger before it controls you. http://www.apa.org/topics/anger/control.aspx

Castella, T. (2013). Luis Suarez: Does anger management actually work? http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-22264123

Fives, C.J., Kong, G., & Fuller, J.R. (2011). Anger, aggression, and irrational beliefs in adolescents. Cognitive Therapy Research,35:199-208.

Anger Management Does Work. Call us today to participate in one of our face to face or online anger management therapeutic programs.

D’Arienzo Psychological Group Main Anger Management Page

05.10.16
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Anger Management Techniques

Learn anger management techniques and make your life better today with D’Arienzo Psychological Group. See our links below to access or to learn more about our online courses.

Online Anger Management Four (4) Hour Course       $29.99

Online Anger Management Eight (8) Hour Course      $49.99

Anger Management Techniques That Work:

  1. Count your anger off. Depending on the level of anger will determine how high you will need to count. As a general rule, count to 20 and focus on the consequences of getting angry. If you are still fuming, continue to count. Do not make a decision to act until you are calm.
  2. Take a walk. Exercise works great to lessen anger by expending tension and energy. It is not a good idea to hit or kick an object because you could injure yourself and when we act with aggression it leads to increased aggression.
  3. Engage in deep breathing exercises. I prefer the use of diaphragmatic breathing which causes the relaxation response. It is important to inhale through your nose for three to four seconds, pause for three to four seconds, exhale through your mouth for three to four seconds, and then pause again for three to four seconds and repeat the entire process. While you breathe, attempt to isolate how you breath to using your diaphragm rather than filling your chest. Instead, your stomach should feel as if it is filling with air and then emptying the air. While you are breathing, focus on keeping the other parts of the body still while relaxing. Once you feel your heart rate decrease, you are free to move.
  4. Call a friend or family member. Seeking support from a trusted individual is a fantastic way to calm yourself. Not only can they be supportive, but they can remind you about the potential consequences of your behavior.
  5. Seek the help of a psychologist, therapist, or counselor, or consider taking an online class. All are effective methods in addressing your anger problem. Ensure that the professional whom you choose, utilizes cognitive behavioral strategies as these techniques have been shown to be the most effective in helping people control anger.

 

If you have questions about anger management treatment, contact our office in Jacksonville, Florida. We are an international provider of anger management courses. See our main site at www.drdarienzo.com to discover more information about us.

01.03.16
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Uncontrollable anger prevalent among U.S. youth: Almost two-thirds have history of anger attacks — ScienceDaily

Anger and Intermittent Explosive Disorder are problems that need to be addressed and resolved as they have lasting effects on our society, in schools, and in families. We offer help for both problems at our Florida office as well as by video conference or in online anger management course format.

Source: Uncontrollable anger prevalent among U.S. youth: Almost two-thirds have history of anger attacks — ScienceDaily