There are healthy and unhealthy ways to respond to big emotions like anger, anxiety, fear, and sadness. 

OSF psychotherapist Rachel Brown says it's OK to feel these emotions, but you should know how to react to them. When you're angry, for example, swinging your fists at others is obviously a bad idea, so accountability is one topic that she addresses. Brown also preaches techniques to ground yourself like deep breathing, taking time out from stressful situations, meditation, journaling and practicing mindfulness.

For adults, Brown often uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She says it's a type of therapy where the person learns skills to use in the outside world.