Control of one's anger, especially when the emotion is frequently felt and is likely to result in violent behaviour; frequently attributive, especially designating a course, support group, etc., which helps achieve this control.
Origin
1970s.
Definition of anger management in US English:
anger management
noun
US
Control of one's anger, especially when the emotion is frequently felt and is likely to result in violent behaviour; frequently attributive, especially designating a course, support group, etc., which helps achieve this control.