Overview

If you are angry or hostile or you have violent behaviour, it is important to find help. You can learn ways to manage your feelings and actions.

Use one of the following resources if you are or know of a parent or caregiver having trouble managing angry feelings. Actions done in moments of anger can be harmful and abusive.

• Check your provincial website or local phone book for resources on getting help in your area.
• Parents Anonymous. Self-help groups serving parents under stress, as well as children who have been abused, are available throughout Canada, Europe, and the United States. To find a group in your area, search online or in your phone book under Parents Anonymous.
• Social service departments. Many social service agencies involved with child abuse investigation also offer services to parents under stress. Search online, or agencies are listed in the phone book, usually under provincial services.
• Kids Help Phone. Kids and teens can call 1-800-668-6868.