Beyond Anger: A Guide for Men: How to Free Yourself from the Grip of Anger and Get More Out of Life [Paperback]

Thomas J. Harbin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 27, 2000

Men tend to express their anger differently than women do. Research shows men are often more violent and less willing to confront and deal with their emotions than women. Written by a psychologist who specializes in the treatment of male rage, Beyond Anger shows the angry - and miserable - man how to change his life and relationships for the better. This book helps men understand their anger by explaining what the specific symptoms of chronic anger are and by showing angry men how their actions negatively affect family, friends, and coworkers. It helps men control violent feelings by using simple exercises - developed especially for men - to identify when and why anger occurs and by helping them form new habits to prevent anger before it starts. Women, too, will learn essential strategies for understanding and helping the angry men in their lives. Beyond Anger is honest, tough, and real.

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About the Author

Thomas J. Harbin, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice, specializing in the treatment of angry men. He has written numerous articles for scientific audiences and frequently speaks to groups on the topic of male anger. He lives in North Carolina and enjoys fly-fishing and woodworking in his spare time.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Da Capo Press (March 27, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569246211
• ISBN-13: 978-1569246214
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 5.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (56 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,576 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #16 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Men's Health
  • #39 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Mental Health > Mood Disorders
  • #46 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Mental Health > Emotions

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145 of 147 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If You Have An Ager Problem..., August 7, 2003

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Mike (Colorado, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Beyond Anger: A Guide for Men: How to Free Yourself from the Grip of Anger and Get More Out of Life (Paperback)

I never thought I had a real anger problem. Sure, I got mad, yelled, etc. on occasion. Who hasn't? Imagine my surprise that after waiting and planning for three years, my wife told me she was too afraid of my temper to start a family with me. That's when I decided I needed to try and change. I took the test at the beginning of the book and found that I was bordering on being an angry man. So many of the things he pointed out suddenly became very clear. After reading the book, I realized how much anger had hurt my wife, often without me knowing. I have never physically hurt her but my words did as much damage. It has been four months since I have read the book and I have not yelled or lost my temper, even once. I do not credit this book for all of this nor would I say it could work so well for everyone, but it really pointed me in the right direction. If you have been told you have an anger problem or if you think you might, I would highly recommend this book.

108 of 109 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best book, the worst book.........., January 1, 2003

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This review is from: Beyond Anger: A Guide for Men: How to Free Yourself from the Grip of Anger and Get More Out of Life (Paperback)

This was the worst book in that it made me take a long, hard look at myself. I did not like what I saw.
It was the best book because the author gives you tips and techniques to manage your anger and, more importantly, why you feel anger all the time.
Sadly, for me, it took the loss of a seven year relationship to wake me up.
I highly recommend this book, don't wait till it is too late...

77 of 78 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoy your life more..., April 19, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Beyond Anger: A Guide for Men: How to Free Yourself from the Grip of Anger and Get More Out of Life (Paperback)

If you are considering buying this book, if you think you may have an anger problem then I highly recommend this book.
1. Understanding why I am angry was worth the cost alone.
2. Recognizing habits I have and things I do that are part of my anger was worth the time spent reading.
3. Finding ways to deal with my anger was worth buying and reading this book 100 times.

The book was helpful and intelligent and easy to read. I was thrilled to understand better what has been happening in my head and I am happier having read it.

Remember, angy men are not just the violent abusive men. My anger has never had a violent aspect but it has been a problem in other ways. This book was great and helped me immensely.