Taking Charge of Anger: How to Resolve Conflict, Sustain Relationships, and Express Yourself without Losing Control

Taking Charge of Anger: How to Resolve Conflict, Sustain Relationships, and Express Yourself without Losing Control

by W.RobertNay (Author)

Synopsis

Angry people often get into trouble - with spouses and kids, bosses and colleagues, friends and strangers - and 'putting a lid on it' is easier said than done. Yet this powerful, often destructive emotion can be tamed with the effective six-step program presented in this book. Anger expert Dr Robert Nay, who has conducted popular trainings and workshops nationwide on his proven approach, combines innovative self-discovery tools and targeted exercises for understanding and managing the five unproductive faces of anger, from passive-aggression to all-out rage. Quizzes, worksheets, and practice tips help readers assess when and why their anger becomes a problem, switch gears before it escalates out of control, and channel anger in more productive ways. Beyond just learning textbook strategies, readers gain skills to make anger control second-nature in stressful, hot-button situations. program presented in this book.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 246
Edition: 1
Publisher: Guilford Press
Published: 04 Dec 2003

ISBN 10: 1572306807
ISBN 13: 9781572306806

Media Reviews

'Rarely does one find outstanding scholarship and clinical wisdom wedded in one book. Such is the case in Dr. W. Robert Nay's exciting text. The writing style is highly engaging and the text is filled with numerous relevant examples. This book is a must read' for anyone who wants to learn to utilize anger reactions more effectively, whether in personal relationships or the work world. It is a self-help goldmine from a very wise individual who is also a scholarly expert in the anger control field.' - James P. McCullough, Jr., PhD, Department of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University, USA

Author Bio
W. Robert Nay, PhD, is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice in McLean, Virginia, and Annapolis, Maryland, and serves as Clinical Associate Professor at Georgetown University School of Medicine. The author of two psychology textbooks, Dr. Nay has taught mental health professionals nationwide to conduct anger management training with their clients. He is frequently consulted by the media and has appeared several times on Entertainment Tonight to discuss media violence.