Anger is an emotion that tends to be easy to see. However, anger is often just the tip of the iceberg.

Other emotions may be hidden beneath the surface.

In some families, anger is seen as more

acceptable than other emotions. A person might express anger in order to mask emotions that cause them to feel vulnerable, such as hurt or shame.

Anger triggers are people, places, situations, and things that set off anger. Your triggers can provide clues about the emotions behind your anger.

Anger may be fueled by different

emotions at different times, or by a combination of emotions. Sometimes, however, anger is just anger.

Anger Iceberg

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ANGER

DISAPPOINTED

LONELY

HELPLESS

FRUSTRATED

INSECURE

JEALOUS

TIRED

HUNGRY

OVERWHELMED

EMBARRASSED

PAIN

SADNESS

GRIEF

STRESS

THREATENED

ANXIETY

CONTEMPT

HURT

SCARED

SHAME

GUILT