Humans naturally get bored and frustrated with a routine, even if it is beneficial to them. "Our irrational behaviors are associated with our desire to do something different, […] it can be considered an integral part of our survival and progression," says Sehat.
When someone is being irrational, they don't listen to reason, logic, or even common sense. They are laser-focused on fulfilling a need. And until that need is fulfilled, or they snap out of it, the irrational person can be unpredictable and sometimes even dangerous.
If you can, allow them time to communicate their feelings without judging them. Often when someone feels that they're being listened to, they are more able to hear other people's points of view as well. And sometimes just being given permission to communicate angry feelings can be enough to help someone calm down.
Some known intermittent explosive disorder causes include: Family history (heredity) Experiencing any sort of abuse, verbal or physical, in childhood. Brain function and chemistry, especially varying levels of serotonin.
Can Someone with Anger Issues Change? People can and do change their behavioral patterns all the time–that's often the goal of therapy. However, people with anger issues can only change if they make a commitment and put in the work.
'Irrational' or 'recalcitrant' emotions are those emotions that are in tension with our evaluative judgements. For example, you fear flying despite judging it to be safe, you are angry at your colleague even though you know her remarks were inoffensive, and so on.
For example, some people face decision paralysis at the restaurant. They are okay with both the steak and the fish. However, they are not okay with deciding whether to get one or the other. Perhaps, they feel that their friends would judge them for the choice.
Delusional disorder is characterized by irrational or intense belief(s) or suspicion(s) that a person believes to be true. These beliefs may seem outlandish and impossible (bizarre) or fit within the realm of what is possible (non-bizarre).
Although irrational thinking can be associated with many mental health diagnoses, it shows up most often with anxiety.
Studies have shown that long term stress (ie, working at a place you hate) can actually create anxiety, and thus create irrational thoughts. Something must go on in your body or with your thought processes as a result of this type of stress.
Among the most triggering primary emotions is frustration. Frustration is often experienced when you are feeling helpless or out of control. Over time, this emotion can cause your mood to stew until reaching an angry state.
Histrionic personality disorder (HPD) interferes with emotional stability. People with histrionic personality disorder are prone to emotional overreaction in a wide variety of situations, and from the viewpoint of others they may seem constantly on edge.
Stay reasonable; keep your tone on the quiet side. A whisper can often be a bigger attention getter than yelling. As long as the person venting their anger is under control (they can stop if you ask them to) and not directed at you, it may be good to listen and allow our loved one to talk it out.
Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) is an impulse-control disorder characterized by sudden episodes of unwarranted anger. The disorder is typified by hostility, impulsivity, and recurrent aggressive outbursts. People with IED essentially “explode” into a rage despite a lack of apparent provocation or reason.
Abstract. Anger is present as a key criterion in five diagnoses within DSM-5: Intermittent Explosive Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder and Bipolar Disorder.
There are some warning signs that can indicate you are experiencing irrational anger. These include: explosive outbursts or uncontrolled rage. physical violence or aggression.
Ignore phone calls and messages.
Another form of silent treatment is ignoring other types of communication, such as phone calls, emails, messages, and text messages. If you are giving someone the silent treatment, it can be effective to ignore these forms of communication, as well.
De-Escalate and Mentalize
Stay calm if you can, then listen to what they are saying and show that you understand; maybe even agree with parts of their thinking. If you cannot stay calm or they remain stuck in a fit of anger, take a break until you both calm down. Then try again to listen to what they have to say.