Hostility

Self-care

Slow down and take deep breaths before responding to situations that provoke hostility. Regular exercise, adequate sleep, a balanced diet, and abstinence from alcohol may also help.

When to make a doctor's appointment

See a doctor if:

  • Affects relationships at work, school, or home
  • Difficult to control
  • Feeling down or depressed, interrupted sleep, or loss of appetite

Last Updated May 24, 2018


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