Coping with Anger
Anger is a feeling that affects all of us. Despite this, anger management does not always come easily. Many people struggle with learning to control their anger, which can lead to decision making that is harmful to ourselves and others. We’ve been compiling resources to help individuals begin learning coping strategies that may help manage the intensity of this feeling. The following strategies come from a wide range of sources, all of which will be linked back to their original publication.
While these tools can be helpful, if your reaction to anger seems to be taking control of your life, consider other avenues of support, such as therapeutic resources. You can find a guide of providers in Cleveland County here.
Mental Health America - Fact Sheet: Dealing with Anger and Frustration
Mental Health America - Where to Start: Anger Management Worksheet
Anger Diary: Learning to Track Your Triggers
For some, learning to manage anger takes time and observance of oneself. When we learn about the triggers of our anger, the sooner we can work on managing those triggers. Consider keeping an anger diary.
Keeping an anger diary involves tracking outbursts based on a set of questions to ask yourself. You can find a helpful guide here to help you get started.
