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NHS Choices - Anger

How to control your anger

Anger is a normal, healthy emotion. But managing anger can be a problem for many people, who find it difficult to keep their anger under control.

Health issues linked to unresolved anger include high blood pressure, heart attack, depression, anxiety, colds, flu and problems with digestion.

But anger doesn't have to be a problem. "You can control your anger, and you have a responsibility to do so," says clinical psychologist Isabel Clarke, a specialist in anger management. "It can feel intimidating, but it can be energising too."

Dealing with anger

"Everyone has a physical reaction to anger," says Isabel. "Be aware of what your body is telling you, and take steps to calm yourself down."

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