Anger is a normal human emotion. However, how you handle it matters a lot. If you tend to overact and go out of control, then you might have anger management issues. Following is a questionnaire which will help you identify whether you suffer from anger management or not.
Sample anger management questionnaire
Please answer Yes or No to indicate if you have the following symptoms
Have you ever harmed any one as a result of your anger? ____________
Have any of your family members expressed concern about your anger? ____________
Have you ever harmed yourself as a result of your anger? _________________
Have you ever lost a job as a result of your anger? ____________________
Have you ever caused damage to property as a result of your anger? ________________
Are you frequently moody, sad or in a somber mood? ________________________
Do you sometimes feel helpless and sad due to your anger? _______________________
Do you find yourself screaming when angry? ___________________
Do you sometimes wish that you had medication in order to control your
anger? __________________________
Do you experience any physical pains when you are angry, for instance
Headaches or stoma aches? __________________
Have you ever been so angry that you did not remember something you
did or said? __________________________
Sometimes you feel so hurt, betrayed or alone that you want to commit
Suicide ______________________
Do you sometimes get angry without any reason? __________________
Do other feel threatened and intimidated when they are around you? ________________
If you answered yes to more than 8 questions, you have serious anger issues and it is recommended that seek help from a counselor or psychiatrist.
