For example, if you have an anger management problem, you might turn to drugs to handle your overwhelming feelings. [title] Acknowledge the feeling that you're having.
[header] How to distract yourself [title] Know that distraction can be an unhealthy response. [step] Distraction is a mechanism used to avoid dealing with difficulties and feelings in our lives. Some distractions that are considered unhealthy include eating junk food when stressed or turning to alcohol or drugs.