Strong feelings of anger and frustration can cause kids and teens to shut down or even act out in aggressive ways. It goes without saying that this can become a challenge in the classroom, at home, or anywhere in a child’s life. Kids and young adults might experience anger and frustration for a variety of reasons. These might feel like small challenges, but in the moment, they can be big for children and teens. One important key in working through these challenges is remembering that anger isn’t the issue. We ALL experience these emotions. They’re normally and healthy to feel. What matters most is helping kids and teens learn how to manage that anger and frustration in healthy ways. Here are some strategies to help with that.