My father is always angry - what should I do?

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dancingLion66 on Jan 27, 2016

Is he angry with you or with anything related to you? do you notice any trigger from your side which makes him get angry

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Louisa982 on Jan 23, 2016

Stay calm and try not to let it upset you too much. Chances are, he isn't angry at you! He could be just stressed at work , having relationship issues or finding life difficult right now. Try talking to him and ask or just be there for him. If is angry at you and making you feel bad, I would tell another adult and seek advice. No one should be made to feel like that.

Anonymous on Mar 9, 2016

it sounds like your father is not happy. Could you clarify on why he isn't happy? I'd love to help you.

bubblyPainting40 on Jan 14, 2016

I would suggest talking to your father and tell him what your feeling and ask what you can do to make the situation better.

booksoul21 on Mar 9, 2016

Be honest with him and try to seek out why he is angry. And be honest with yourself. Does he scare you? Is he so angry that he is a different person than you have grown to know?

Anonymous on Feb 12, 2016

Don't react with any attitude be as nice as u can else it could turn into a fight which you don't want to happen

elliejade on Feb 10, 2016

Maybe try talking to your mom, the school, friends, websites like this or childline, or someone whom you trust. Maybe talk to your dad even and tell him how you feel about it. 

Anonymous on Jul 10, 2018

You should talk to him, ask him why he’s been so angry and what’s on his mind. When people are angry the tend to lash out on people they love

shvrry on Feb 18, 2016

Try being nice to him and always ask him what's wrong whenever he seem upset. Let him know that you care about him and that'll probably make him feel a little better. If he refuses to tell you what's wrong, do something that'll put a smile on his face.

RosieBlue01 on Apr 15, 2016

Try and think of things that cheer him up and make him happy and do these things. Always remain friendly around him. It is difficult to be angry to someone who is constantly friendly. 