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Charles H. Elliott, PhD, and Laura L.

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Books by Charles H. Elliott, Laura L. Smith

Anger Management For Dummies

Anger Management For Dummies

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Anger Management For Dummies provides practical strategies to understand, manage, and reduce anger. It explains the psychological and physiological roots of anger, offers cognitive-behavioral techniques to control emotional responses, and guides readers in developing healthier communication and coping skills for personal and professional relationships.

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Understanding Anger: A Natural Emotion with Complex Roots

To manage anger effectively, we first need to understand what it truly is. Anger isn’t an aberration—it’s a signal. It arises when we perceive that our boundaries, needs, or values are being violated. Psychologically, anger serves a protective purpose; physiologically, it primes our body for action....

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Identifying Your Anger Style and Its Personal Impact

Every person expresses anger differently. Some people explode; others withdraw or simmer in quiet resentment. In our clinical work, we’ve seen countless variations—each shaped by personality, upbringing, and learned coping strategies. This book guides you in identifying your own anger style through ...

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About Charles H. Elliott, Laura L. Smith

Charles H. Elliott, PhD, and Laura L. Smith, PhD, are clinical psychologists and authors specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy. They have coauthored several books in the For Dummies series focusing on mental health and emotional well-being.

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