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Can ssris be prescribed for anger management?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

That depends on the: Underlying reason for the anger. If someone is just angry - an ssri is not indicated. However if someone is angry as a symptom of an anxiety or mood disorder- it may be quite appropriate.

Answered 3/13/2014

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Dr. Linda Callaghan answered

Specializes in Addiction Medicine

Yes.: Sometimes depression can be manifested as anger , irritability and short frustration tolerance. Depression had been called "frozen anger".

Answered 3/16/2014

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