My father is always angry - what should I do?

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Anonymous on Jan 29, 2016

Try and get him to seek professional help or talk with him about it if you're sure he won't hurt you 

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Anonymous on Feb 17, 2016

if my dad is always angry i would sit him down and ask him what is annoying him lately and try to help him in anyway i can.

calmingGrace88 on Jun 2, 2016

You may try to have a calm discussion with him and see if there's anything troubling him or if you could help him with something. If that doesn't help then try to reach out to someone who could talk to him on your behalf. All the best.

Greatlistener87 on Feb 17, 2016

There must be a reason on why your dad is always angry. It is good if you talk him into going for counseling to figure out what is causing his anger.

HeyoSarah on May 25, 2016

When my father is angry, I tend to talk it out with him and try to find the root of the problem so I can help him figure out what is bothering him.

FreeSpirit1991 on May 28, 2016

You should try and establish why he is angry, has something happened to make him feel this way? Then you should ask him to manage his anger, maybe go anger management or some sort of therapy. Explain to him how it makes you feel when you see him ao angry

Anonymous on Feb 5, 2016

Try to find out why. There have to be a way to change his attitude by doing something nice, or doing well at school :)

Anonymous on Feb 25, 2016

Try to figure out what makes him anger. Is there something triggering his behavior? Is something going on? Try to ask him about it. Maybe try to talk to him, or have someone talk to him.

infinitydies on Feb 20, 2016

Sit down with him and speak to him about your concerns for his emotional wellbeing. Mention that you've noticed his bad moods and are wondering if he's feeling okay. Sometimes people just need someone to reach out to them and show that they care.

alxmia on Mar 6, 2016

Talk to someone about it, preferably a school guidance councillor, a close family member, a therapist. You must be cautious because bringing it up directly with him may make him more angry. 