#1161: Anger or Anxiety?

About this episode

The episode discusses how boys may express anger when they are actually feeling anxious, and offers insights for parents on how to address these emotions.

You’re sitting at the dinner table, and you ask your son if he’s ready for basketball tryouts. Your son’s face starts to turn red. Suddenly, he stands up, pushes his plate away, and knocks his chair over intentionally as he leaves the room. You’re confused. What caused this sudden anger outburst? Researchers have discovered that when boys seem angry or withdrawn, they are often actually anxious. So if your son seems angry for no reason, consider what may be stressing him out. Give him t...

Topics covered

• anger management
• anxiety in boys
• parenting strategies
• emotional intelligence
• communication with children

Keywords

• anger
• anxiety
• boys
• parenting
• emotional health
• communication

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