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anger suppression

Anger suppression is when someone consciously or unconsciously avoids expressing feelings of anger, often to maintain peace or prevent conflict. While it might seem to help in the short term, consistently holding in anger can build up stress, lead to emotional or physical health problems, and sometimes cause anger to surface unexpectedly or in unhealthy ways. It’s important to recognize and manage anger constructively, rather than suppressing it entirely, to maintain emotional well-being and healthy relationships.