If you feel anxious before boarding a plane or giving a presentation at work, for example, “it can come out as anger, because when you feel out of control, you often end up acting out of control,” Dr. “What people don’t often realize is that anger is a manifestation of anxiety,” she adds.
Or you might experience stomach pain, tightness in your chest, or a faster heartbeat, research shows. “It might feel like wanting to crawl out of your skin,” Dr. As a result, the body releases stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. “When we’re exposed to a threat, the amygdala, the part of the brain that regulates emotions, will activate our fight-or-flight response,” Elizabeth Fedrick, PhD, LPC, owner of Evolve Counseling & Behavioral Health Services in Phoenix and a professor of psychology at Grand Canyon University, tells SELF. Here are some warning signs to help you decide if you should consider talking to your primary care doctor or seeing a therapist about your anger. Self-awareness is key to understanding what’s at the root of your feelings and whether those issues might benefit from outside help.
