• 'Mum Rage' Survey

    Lauren Novak

  • Hi there,

    The following survey is designed to help me understand the extent, and impact, of feelings of anger in motherhood - ranging from irritation and frustration to all-out rage.

    It should take about 15 minutes to complete. The collective results will inform my forthcoming book on 'Mum Rage', and related social media and website content.

    Your responses are anonymous. Each question is optional.

    If this survey raises any concerns for you please seek support at panda.org.au, gidgetfoundation.org.au or lifeline.org.au

    If you have questions, feedback or would like to take part in a more detailed interview please email me at mumragebook@gmail.com

    Thanks again,

    Lauren

  • Have you experienced anger in your role as a mother?
  • Before becoming a mother, did you expect to feel anger in motherhood?
  • Before becoming a mother, did anyone tell you that you might experience anger in motherhood?
  • How many children do you have?
  • How old was your eldest child when you first experienced feelings of anger in motherhood?
  • What feelings followed your FIRST experience of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • How often do you feel IRRITATED in your role as a mother?
  • How often do you feel ANGRY in your role as a mother?
  • How often do you feel RAGE in your role as a mother? (Note: Rage feels more intense than anger, and you may feel less able to control your behaviour or responses.)
  • How often do you find yourself YELLING at your child(ren)?
  • How often do you find yourself YELLING at your child?
  • How often do you find yourself YELLING at your partner/co-parent?
  • What sensations do you experience DURING an outburst of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • What sensations do you experience right AFTER an outburst of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • What do you DO in the wake of an outburst of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • At what stage of child development have you felt most anger in your role as a mother? (Select one)
  • What time of day do you most often feel anger in your role as a mother? (Select one)
  • What TRIGGERS an outburst of anger in motherhood for you? (Select all that apply)
  • What is the MOST triggering thing for you during an outburst? (Select one)
  • Have you done, or experienced, any of the following with your child as a result of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • What UNDERLYING factors contribute to your feelings of anger in motherhood? (Not just in the moment of an outburst. Select all that apply)
  • Which of these factors MOST contributes to your feelings of anger in motherhood? (Select one)
  • How often do you feel GUILTY as a result of FEELING anger in motherhood?
  • How often do you feel GUILTY as a result of EXPRESSING anger in motherhood?
  • How often do you WORRY about the impact of your anger on your children?
  • What do you worry will be the IMPACT of your anger on your children? (Select all that apply)
  • Have you spoken to other mums abut your feelings of anger in motherhood before?
  • What has prevented you from speaking to other mums about your feelings of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • Have you sought the help of a professional because of feelings of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • What has prevented you from speaking to a professional about your feelings of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • Have you received a diagnosis which is connected to your feelings of anger in motherhood? (Select all that apply)
  • Have you taken medication to manage a disorder/condition diagnosed because of feelings of anger in motherhood?
  • If so, has this medication helped to manage your feelings of anger in motherhood?

  • Thanks for your time and willingness to share.

    Again, if you need support after contemplating these issues please visit panda.org.au, gidgetfoundation.org.au or lifeline.org.au

    And if you'd like to take part in a more in-depth interview (noting you can remain anonymous), please get in touch at mumragebook@gmail.com or @laurennovakwrites on Instagram

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