Anger 'endemic in British society'
25 Mar 08
Source: Mental Health Foundation
'Problem anger' is ignored in the UK yet is endemic in society, according to a report published today.
Despite widespread concern about family breakdown and mental health problems, not enough is being done to intervene at an early stage, it said.
The study was produced by the Mental Health Foundation (MHF), which defines problem anger as that which is 'held on' to for too long or which produces inappropriate aggression.
The Boiling Point report said prolonged and intense anger is linked to illnesses like heart disease and cancer, and can cause depression, self-harm and substance misuse.
