Anger
Anger
Anger (/ˈæŋɡər/) is a natural, though sometimes unwanted or irrational, emotion that everybody experiences from time to time. Anger experts describe the emotion as a primary, natural emotion which has evolved as a way of surviving and protecting yourself from what is considered a wrong-doing.
Etymology
The term Anger originates from the Old Norse term angr, which means "sorrow, grief". It is also related to the Old English ang, which means "distress, affliction, painful, eager".
Related Terms
- Emotion: A complex state of feeling that results in physical and psychological changes that influence thought and behavior.
- Aggression: Behavior that is intended to cause harm or damage.
- Irritation: A feeling of agitation or annoyance.
- Frustration: A feeling of dissatisfaction, often accompanied by anxiety or depression, resulting from unfulfilled needs or unresolved problems.
- Rage: A feeling of intense, violent, or growing anger.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anger
- Wikipedia's article - Anger
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