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@article{185478,
        author = {Sasirekha K and Maheswari K and Jebakumari Sutha A},
        title = {Assessment of Gender Difference in Anger Expression Among Adolescent at Selected College in Coimbatore.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {12},
        number = {5},
        pages = {1663-1667},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=185478},
        abstract = {Background: Anger is a complex emotional response that plays a significant role in adolescent development. Its expression varies across individuals and is often influenced by gender, social norms, and psychological factors. Understanding these differences is crucial for promoting emotional well-being and preventing maladaptive behaviours. Aim: This study aims to assess and compare the patterns of anger expression among adolescent boys and girls in a selected college in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.
Methods: A descriptive comparative research design was adopted. A total of 100 adolescents (50 boys and 50 girls), aged 17–21 years, were selected using purposive sampling. The Modified State-Trait Anger Expression Inventory (STAXI) was used to measure dimensions of anger including anger-in, anger-out, and anger control. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics and independent t-tests.
Results: Findings revealed that boys exhibited higher levels of anger-out and moderate to severe anger expression, while girls demonstrated greater anger-in and better anger control. The mean anger score for boys was 65.96 and for girls was 56.92, with a statistically significant difference (t = 1.92, p < 0.05).
Conclusion: The study highlights notable gender differences in anger expression among adolescents. These findings underscore the need for gender-sensitive anger management programs and targeted counselling interventions in educational settings to foster healthy emotional regulation.},
        keywords = {Anger expression, adolescents, gender difference, STAXI, emotional regulation, Coimbatore criteria.},
        month = {October},
        }