Anger as a primal emotion and its hidden nature

Anger is often concealed behind politeness and niceties, but it is an important emotional cue. It arises from feeling threatened or powerless, or when a personal boundary has been trespassed. Anger can be both a primary emotion and a secondary emotion that masks other vulnerable feelings such as fear or hurt. It mobilizes the body for action and activates the amygdala, the oldest part of the brain responsible for primal instincts. Anger comes in different forms: hasty and sudden anger, settled and deliberate anger, and dispositional anger. Managing anger requires recognizing its signals, finding healthy outlets such as exercise or creative activities, and practicing calm and assertive communication in interpersonal relationships.