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Adolescent Anger Management Techniques

Anger in adolescents can cause physical and mental problems, including stomach distress, chronic lower back pain, depression and suicidal thoughts. Adolescents can control their anger by practicing calming breathing and visualization exercises. Finding engaging activities can also help dissipate anger.

  1. Breathe Slowly

    • Take slow deep breaths. Anger often triggers rapid breathing. Breathe slowly in and out to reduce anger and to relax.

    Visualize

    • Think about a relaxing place, person or thing. If you cannot visualize a calming object or person, repeat a positive, calming word or phrase. Youngwomenshealth.org, recommends saying, "I am in control of my feelings."

    Find an Activity

    • Find another activity to do. According to KidsHealth.org, exercising, listening to music or writing in a journal helps release anger. It also prevents more anger from building up. Other helpful activities include drawing, reading and even watching television.

    Talk to an Adult

    • Talk to a trusted adult about the situation that caused the anger. Express how the situation felt. Talking things out helps surface emotions hidden by the anger, such as fear, sadness or guilt. You may find that others feel the same way at times, too; you and your adult friend can brainstorm about a solution.

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