Yes, I have a vile temper, although I have never once directed my rage at children or animals. I used to snap at my husband a lot. I once had such a violent rage, I landed in jail. The night and day I spent in jail was AWFUL. After that experience I decided I had to get control of my irritability/anger/rage. It hurts others. And it can destroy our lives - easily. Being bipolar is not an excuse for raging at other beings. I really keep my anger in check now.