AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -People with anxiety disorder less able to regulate response to negative emotions, study shows. People with generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD, have abnormalities in the way their brain unconsciously controls emotions.

Detailed explanation-2: -When someone is experiencing emotional dysregulation, they may have angry outbursts, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and other self-damaging behaviors. Over time, this condition may interfere with your quality of life, social interactions, and relationships at home, work, or school.

Detailed explanation-3: -Emotion regulation is the ability to exert control over one’s own emotional state. It may involve behaviors such as rethinking a challenging situation to reduce anger or anxiety, hiding visible signs of sadness or fear, or focusing on reasons to feel happy or calm.