How to Treat Aggressive Behavior

While anger is a normal part of everyday life, learning to maintain your aggression is a crucial step in having a happier and healthier life. According to the March 17, 2009 issue of the American College of Cardiology, anger and aggression puts you at a higher risk for coronary heart disease, especially if you're a man. Before you can treat aggression, you must first identify and understand the source of your frustration. Practice the following exercises to alleviate anxiety.

Things You'll Need

• Notepad Pen

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Instructions

Finding the Source

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  Using your pen and notepad, create a list of things that make you angry. Once your list is completed, ask yourself, "What is it about this person or thing that is making me angry?"

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  Ask yourself, "How can I change?" Frustration and anger occurs when you are unable to control a situation or person. Instead of trying to change the person or situation, try to change the way you react. Try to see things from the other person's point of view, or brainstorm possible resolutions to a situation.

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  Take a deep breath when you feel angry of frustrated. Irregular breathing can exacerbate anxiety and leads to high blood pressure.

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  Talk things out when they happen. If part of your problem is holding feelings in until they become unmanageable, calmly talk about what is making you upset or frustrated as soon as it happens.

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  Talk to a counselor. If you find you can't resolve your issues on your own, the aid of a medical professional can help you toward the path of healthier thinking.