Problematic anger in military and veteran populations with and without PTSD: The elephant in the room

David Forbes; Amy B. Adler; David Pedlar; Gordon J. G. Asmundson

doi:10.1016/j.janxdis.2023.102716

May 1, 2023Journal of Anxiety Disorders

Problematic anger in military and veteran populations with and without PTSD: The elephant in the room

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To review the prevalence, functional consequences, and treatment considerations of problematic anger and aggression in active-duty military personnel and military veterans.
Synthesized clinical and epidemiological literature assessing anger, hostility, and aggression in service members with and without posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Evaluated diagnostic screening practices, comorbidity patterns, and evidence-based psychological interventions targeting trauma-related anger.
Demonstrated that severe anger commonly co-occurs with PTSD but also manifests as a standalone condition, driving significant social, occupational, and health impairment.
Identified that standard trauma-focused therapies may not fully alleviate anger and irritability, emphasizing the necessity of dedicated anger management protocols.

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Clinical review highlights high prevalence and severity of problematic anger in military service members and veterans, indicating the need for targeted psychological interventions.

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