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Therapy in a Nutshell

The Surprising Symptom of Depression- Anger and Irritability

Sep 14, 2023
In this podcast, they discuss how anger and irritability can be surprising symptoms of depression, particularly in children and teens. The episode explores the manifestation of anger in individuals with depression, the impacts of depression and anger, and strategies for managing depression and supporting someone with anger.
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Quick takeaways

  • Depression can manifest as anger and irritability in addition to sadness, especially in children and teens.
  • Anger serves as a defense mechanism in depression, masking underlying feelings of hurt or sadness.

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Depression manifests as anger and irritability

Depression is often associated with anger and irritability, in addition to sadness. Children and teens may display anger as a primary symptom of depression, which can continue into adulthood. Depression can be expressed through externalizing coping mechanisms, where individuals project their pain onto others. It can also affect emotional regulation, leading to increased reactivity and a low tolerance for frustration. Depression distorts one's worldview, resulting in a negative bias and perceiving stressors as overwhelming. Anger can serve as a defense mechanism, suppressing feelings of hurt or sadness. Physical symptoms and emotional exhaustion accompanying depression contribute to irritability and anger.

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