Synopses & Reviews
Evidence has established a link between emotions and health but this link is not yet understood. The Deadly Emotions reviews this complex topic through the integration and interpretation of current research. Johnson suggests a potentially deadly role for anger, hostility, and aggression (AHA syndrome) in several health problems including heart disease, cancer, ulcers, and hypertension. He also explores the relationship between AHA syndrome and psychological problems such as depression, chronic stress, smoking, drinking, and child/spouse abuse.
Synopsis
This book takes a unique look at the link between emotions and health. Johnson integrates and interprets current research, suggesting a potentially deadly role for anger, hostility, and aggression in heart disease, cancer, ulcers and hypertension.
Synopsis
a unique look at the link between emotions and health. Johnson integrates and interprets current research, suggesting a potentially deadly role for anger, hostility, and aggression in heart disease, cancer, ulcers and hypertension.
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. [183]-217) and index.
About the Author
ERNEST H. JOHNSON is an Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of Miami and the Behavioral Medicine Research Program.
Table of Contents
Introduction
Anger, Hostility, and Aggression: The AHA! Syndrome
The Role of the AHA! Syndrome in Health and Psychological Well-being
Cardiovascular Disease and the AHA! Syndrome
Cancer, Ulcers, Smoking, and Psoriasis
Fighting and Loving--"Seeing Black and Blue"
Gender and Ethnic Differences in the Experience and Expression of Anger
Regulating Anger and Other Exaggerated Emotional Responses to Stress
Appendices: The Elements of Anger and Situational Determinants of Anger
Take Your Temper Test
Anger Coping Styles Assessment
Appendix
Bibliography
Index