When we get angry (just like when we are afraid), the reflection of "Run away or attack" and literally "warm up": anger generates a rush of stressful hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, the brain directs more blood to the muscles to prepare them for flight or aggression, breathing increases , the heart beats faster, blood pressure rises, body temperature rises, we perspire, we feel anxiety ...
This reaction can be useful in case of great dangers or challenges, but in daily life, in the face of small crises, frustrations or recurring disputes, it makes it very difficult to achieve a constructive resolution of a conflict. Therefore, people who mishandle this emotion often have a lot of trouble relating to others, at home and at work. The social isolation that it entails also has serious consequences for people's health.