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5 Healthy Ways to Cope With Anger

Lauren Smith, MAKaren Hovav, MD, FAAP
Written by Lauren Smith, MA | Reviewed by Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP
Updated on August 5, 2025
Reviewed by Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP | August 5, 2025

It’s normal to feel angry from time to time. In some ways, it’s a natural response to when you feel threatened or unfairly treated. However, anger can get out of control and can wreak havoc on your life. Learning how to cope with anger may help improve your health and your relationships.

If you’re still struggling to cope with anger, don’t be afraid to ask for help. A mental health professional can give you advice to deal with stress and cope with anger. Learn more about what to expect at your first therapy appointment.

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Lauren Smith, MA
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Lauren Smith, MA
Lauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
Karen Hovav, MD, FAAP, has more than 15 years of experience as an attending pediatrician. She has worked in a large academic center in an urban city, a small community hospital, a private practice, and an urgent care clinic.

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