I Have No Outlet for Anger. What Are Some Good Coping Mechanisms?
Let’s start this by saying something very important: You should never resort to harming yourself or others. That is not a healthy or safe outlet or coping mechanism.
We DO NOT condone self-harm or the harming of others.
Anger can be a difficult thing to work through, like many other emotions. To find an outlet that fits into something you enjoy or are interested in can be helpful, but it can seem tricky to figure out what that could be at first.
There are many types of outlets, for instance, going to the gym, running, or even getting involved in classes like boxing, yoga, and swimming for someone who enjoys being physical and athletic.
There are also outlets like art, music (both listening to and playing music), listening to a podcast that interests you, anything that interests you and helps you release those negative emotions in a safe and healthy way.
These outlets can be done alone or with a friend or trusted parent or guardian. It is also important that if you have these feelings or struggles to share them with a trusted parent, guardian, or doctor to help point you in the best direction most suited for you and any needs you may have.
If you are struggling to find an outlet or with your anger there are services that AHS offers that can help you find someone to talk with to help you through this, below is the link:
Pediatric Behavioral Medicine - Atlantic Health
