Hothead

usgb/ˈhɔˌtˌhɛd/
noun

A person who is easily angered and is prone to outbursts.

He is such a hothead; he loses his temper at the smallest thing.
Visual representation of "hothead" - A person who is easily angered and is prone to outbursts.

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Informal

short-tempered person,quick to anger,emotional outbursts

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Anger Management

Recognizing when to step back from a heated situation can help prevent conflict.

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When he felt provoked, he often had to remind himself to avoid reacting immediately and instead think it through.
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Communication

Hotheads can often improve their relationships by learning to communicate calmly instead of shouting.

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Understanding that shouting won't resolve any issues can help a hothead express their frustrations more positively.
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Emotional Awareness

Being aware of personal triggers can help a hothead manage their reactions better.

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Keeping a diary of emotions might help a hothead identify patterns and triggers of their anger.
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