The Fire Within: Understanding the Psychology of Anger
The Paradox of Anger: Understanding and Channeling a Primal Emotion
In this episode of PsyberSpace, host Leslie Poston delves into the complex emotion of anger. Exploring recent neuroscience findings, Leslie reveals that anger can activate the brain's reward centers, making it feel satisfying. The episode covers the physiological and psychological mechanisms of anger, its impact on relationships and society, and how it plays out in the digital world. It also discusses cross-cultural perspectives on anger and offers evidence-based strategies for managing and channeling anger constructively, turning it into a force for positive change.
00:00 Introduction to Anger
01:36 The Neuroscience of Anger
04:06 Anger in the Digital Age
06:09 Anger in Relationships
07:57 Anger and Social Justice
09:27 Health Impacts of Anger
11:10 Cultural Perspectives on Anger
14:09 Transforming Anger into Positive Action
17:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode of PsyberSpace, host Leslie Poston delves into the complex emotion of anger. Exploring recent neuroscience findings, Leslie reveals that anger can activate the brain's reward centers, making it feel satisfying. The episode covers the physiological and psychological mechanisms of anger, its impact on relationships and society, and how it plays out in the digital world. It also discusses cross-cultural perspectives on anger and offers evidence-based strategies for managing and channeling anger constructively, turning it into a force for positive change.
00:00 Introduction to Anger
01:36 The Neuroscience of Anger
04:06 Anger in the Digital Age
06:09 Anger in Relationships
07:57 Anger and Social Justice
09:27 Health Impacts of Anger
11:10 Cultural Perspectives on Anger
14:09 Transforming Anger into Positive Action
17:15 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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