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For a while now i've been having uncontrollable bursts of agitation and anger causing a lot of stress. it's overwhelming sometimes , is this unhealthy?

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Dr. Michael Simpson answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Yes: When you become angry, your immune system first is stronger and then becomes weaker until it returns to your normal level. It is helpful to learn coping skills to assist with frustration to short circuit the anger response. There are other treatment options to consider and you should work with a therapist.

Dr Rishton and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/1/2015

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