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Apna clinic, 212 Kamala Kunj, Sir Bhalchandra road, Behind Ruia college, Matunga East, Mumbai-400019
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Anger Issues and Aggression
Aggression refers to a range of behaviours that are intended to cause harm or pain to another individual or group. It can be physical, verbal, or psychological in nature and can be expressed in various forms, including anger, hostility, violence, and intimidation.
Aggression can arise from a variety of factors, including genetic, biological, and environmental factors, and may be influenced by social and cultural norms. It can be a natural response to perceived threats or challenges, but it can also be the result of frustration, stress, or other emotional or psychological factors.
While aggression can serve a protective or defensive function in certain contexts, it can also have harmful consequences, both for the aggressor and for the target of the aggression. Therefore, it is important to understand the causes and consequences of aggression and to develop strategies to prevent or manage it.
Common causes:
- Biological factors: Certain medical conditions, brain injuries, or chemical imbalances can cause aggression. Hormonal changes such as testosterone, can also play a role in aggressive behaviour. Mental health conditions such as schizophrenia, depression, bipolar disorder or personality disorders can contribute to aggression. Stress, frustration, and anger can also lead to aggressive behaviour.
- Environmental factors: Childhood experiences, such as abuse or neglect, exposure to violence, poverty, and lack of social support can contribute to aggressive behaviour. Peer pressure and cultural factors can also play a role.
- Social learning: People may learn aggressive behaviour by observing and imitating others, especially those in authority or who are perceived as powerful.
- Substance abuse: Drugs and alcohol can lower inhibitions and impair judgement, making a person more prone to aggressive behaviour.
What we offer:
- Clinical Evaluation and diagnosis of cause of aggression
- Medical treatment
- Counselling
- Coordination with therapists and other practitioners
- Organisation of academic practices
- Non pharmacological measures like anger management and relaxation
FAQs
Aggression can be harmful, but it is not always bad. In some situations, aggression can be a healthy and appropriate response, such as in self-defence or when standing up against injustice. However, it is important to distinguish between healthy and unhealthy expressions of aggression.
There are many different types of aggression, including physical aggression (e.g. hitting, punching), verbal aggression (e.g. name-calling, yelling), and relational aggression (e.g. spreading rumours, exclusion).
While it may not be possible to completely prevent aggression, there are steps that can be taken to reduce the risk of aggressive behaviour, such as teaching healthy coping skills, promoting positive social skills, and addressing underlying mental health conditions.