Understanding Anger: Managing Aggression And Hostility AUDIO BOOK CD help calm Type: Audio Book Platform: Audio CD Publisher: Cortext Released: 2003 Media: CD Understanding Anger: Managing Aggression And HostilityAcclaimed psychologist, researcher and lecturer Joseph Shannon, PhD is an expert in the areas of character pathology, personality disorders, anxiety, depression and chemical dependency. Dr Shannon received his doctorate in Counseling Psychology from The Ohio State University and currently maintains a private practice in Columbus, Ohio. Author of numerous professional journal articles on topics such as adult psychopathology and stress management, Dr Shannon has presented training programs for medical and mental health professionals throughout the United States and has appeared on the CBS Morning Program and PBS Viewpoint. This seminar explores: • Biological components of anger • Socio-cultural factors • Impact of chronic anger on health • Strategies for treating chronic anger and aggression • Self-esteem and emotional intelligence • Anger management • Dealing with difficult people LEARNING OBJECTIVES: • To identify the neurological components of anger; • To describe the biological and environmental risk factors for chronic anger and aggression; • To identify the point at which anger becomes chronic/pathological; and • To describe ways of managing and treating anger and aggression. The material presented in this activity does not reflect the views of Medical Education Collaborative or Cortext Continuing Education. These materials may discuss uses and dosages for therapeutic products that have not been approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration. A qualified health care professional should be consulted before using any therapeutic . product discussed. All readers and continuing education participants should verify all information and data before treating patients Or employirig any therapies described in this continuing education activity. All authors/speakers representing Medical Education Collaborative are expected to disclose to the participant any real or apparent conflict(s) of interest that may have a direct hearing on their exam. There is nothing to disclose for this activity and its accompanying exam. For CD Player