Question by : My 21 year old son may have “explosive anger disorder.” I need to know more details about it.?
My 21 year old son went through a residential drug rehab last year. He was tested for several mental disorders because the facility mainly treated people with dual diagnosis–addiction and one or more mental conditions. He has always had a strong temper, which has gotten worse as he has grown older. His drug usage hasn’t helped, either. Upon his release from the 30-day facility, his counselor told us about his tests (with his permission). She said he tested negative for anything to do with bipolar disorders, but he has strong tendencies toward explosive anger disorder. Nothing was recommended for managing it & I can’t find much about it on the web.

His drugs of choice are cocaine, xanax, and marijuana; sometimes all together and other times not. I wonder if he is self-medicating to cope with this condition. I know addicts self-medicate in general to deal with life. Any guidance or information would be appreciated. With all due respect, I need answers from people who are experts on this (who work in the addiction or mental health profession) or who have it themselves. I’m watching him spiral in his behavior once again. If I can help him, I want to be able to offer something that we haven’t yet looked into. Yes, I do attend nar-Anon regularly. Not seeking to “cure” or “fix” his addiction here…just seeking some valid information. Guesses and funny comments are not needed–thanks!

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once he clears himself of the xanax and weed, it will take time to cope with anger, or short fuse that comes from not being on those drugs.

Work with him, give him a purpose, something to show pride in. him being in a relationship is the worst thing he could do to himself and the person he would want the relationship with.

He has to find out who he wants to be and work at being that person. 10 years later, i still cope with it.

Answer by Sassy OLD Broad
Have you considered withdrawal?? Is he drinking? I can tell you that you won’t find the answer here; maybe a general direction. I feel for you because it hurts. He needs more than you can give him, Mommy. He needs continued professional help before he acts-out with his aggression and you become the victim. I’d advise YOU to get some help yourself before you try to solve this problem. It’s not your fault. God love you and prayers to your both.

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