anger

Question 1

definition

Answer 1

a profound feeling of tension & aggression

an emotion that agitates the totality of our being
- can develop into physical violence or verbal aggression

Question 2

orge

Answer 2

holy discontent/divine wrath

intense indignation having to do with righteousness - directed at injustices running rampant

Question 3

parogisms

Answer 3

a bitter & exasperated irritation

Question 4

thumus

Answer 4

a throbbing agitation - an explosion of intense hostility

Question 5

dangers of prolonged anger - physical

Answer 5

high blood pressure
heart attack
digestive problems
muscular pain

Question 6

dangers of prolonged anger - psychological problems

Answer 6

difficulty in making rational decisions

depression

Question 7

dangers of prolonged anger - walls created

Answer 7

isolation & loneliness

damage to spiritual life

Question 8

ways to help

Answer 8

help them admit & express their angry feelings
- examine reasons
- examine hidden or repressed anger
- explore reaction to anger (explore explosive & destructive reactions)
help to redirect anger
discuss activities that will help release energy brought on by anger
help in the reasoning process
- is there a legit reason for the anger
- can we find a way to channel the anger to reach resolution to the problem