How can I prevent road rage?

To prevent road rage, there are lifestyle tips you can follow to help keep you calmer when you're behind the wheel. Psychologist Jennifer Hartstein, PsyD, shares these tips and explains how to properly diffuse a road rage incident.

Up Next

  • How can I change the way I respond to anger?

  • How can I manage stress in my life?

  • What is intermittent explosive disorder?

  • What are the symptoms of an anger control problem?

  • How can I avoid compulsive shopping?

  • 6 of the best and worst ways to deal with anger

  • How can I help protect my child from bullying?

  • What is anticipatory anxiety?

  • What are some natural ways to help someone calm down?

  • How can I help my teen stop cutting themselves?

Up Next

  • How can I change the way I respond to anger?

  • How can I manage stress in my life?

  • What is intermittent explosive disorder?

  • What are the symptoms of an anger control problem?

  • How can I avoid compulsive shopping?

  • 6 of the best and worst ways to deal with anger

  • How can I help protect my child from bullying?

  • What is anticipatory anxiety?

  • What are some natural ways to help someone calm down?

  • How can I help my teen stop cutting themselves?

AskMDAskMD

Curious about Stress relief?

Get instant answers from our AI health assistant

Ask Now

Recommended for you

Anger can do a number on you mentally and physically. Here’s how to get a handle on it.

Be less furious: 7 smart tips to a calmer you
Article

Keep your cool with these helpful coping strategies.

A 9-step plan to help control anger
Slideshow

Everyone has stress. Here are simple ways to help prevent small stressors from turning into big problems.

5 healthy ways to handle everyday stress
Article

Keeping a cool head isn’t easy during stressful events. Learn effective ways to cope with strong emotions.

Managing your anger during times of crisis
Article

Your body may not work as well as it used to, but you can take steps to support good health.

5 things to know about aging
Slideshow
AskMDHow can I be more consistent?
AskMD by Sharecare LogoAskMD by Sharecare Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.

ask-mdask-md
AskMD by Sharecare LogoAskMD by Sharecare Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.