Emotional Outbursts

[ilysebel]

I am ruining the relationships I have with people in my life (my romantic relationship and friendships) due to my extreme mood swings.  I get very upset, hurt, or angry over simple things and I feel completely justified at the time.  Then, I am overcome with guilt and anxiety over getting so upset.  I don't know how to control my emotions and most of the time I don't know if I was justified in how I felt and reacted.  I have been through years of therapy (and I am still currently in therapy) and I try to approach every situation with communication and respect...however, when the person does not comply or agree with what I am saying, I feel belittled and become angry.  I honestly do not know how anyone is able to put up with me at this point (my boyfriend in particular).  Any advise would be greatly appreciated.

[heyjude1]

Are you perhaps Bipolar?  Anger is a symptom of many things but you mentioned mood swings.  If you are Bipolar, there are several good mood stabilizer that are helpful in helping.  I wish you the best.

[M4Y0U]

Hello there,

well considering the therapy does not seems to help I would try another therapist or another kind of therapy like CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy). You might be suffering from a personality disorder and my bet would be passive-aggressive behavior and/or borderline personality disorder. I'm in no position to diagnose you and it is not my job, it is just my opinion because i have some background in psychology.

A good therapist might help a lot and also you can go with medication if it's an option you like. Also consider healthy diet and exercise really important since it is having a strong influence or your mood, hormones and general well being. A happy body will often result in a happy mind.

M4