Rage Attack -

: An individual describes living with unrecognized rage as a symptom of bipolar disorder, struggling for months to maintain a facade of being "okay" while feeling themselves "slipping beneath the undertow".

A "rage attack" is often described as a "brief madness" where a sudden, explosive loss of self-control overpowers judgment. Here are two useful stories that highlight different facets of this phenomenon—from the terrifying consequences of externalized rage to the internal struggle of managing it. Rage Attack

: The students were filled with panic and fear for their lives as they called 911. This story serves as a stark reminder of how quickly a "rage circuit" can be triggered, turning a mundane interaction into a life-threatening emergency. The Internal Battle: Living with "Bipolar Rage" : An individual describes living with unrecognized rage

: Avoid making eye contact, using lewd gestures, or honking back at aggressive drivers. : The students were filled with panic and

: If you feel threatened, call 911 immediately.

Another story, shared through the , offers a look at rage from the inside.

: Never pull over or follow someone off the road to resolve a conflict. If you are being followed, drive to a safe, public place or a police station.