Negative Emotion Regulation

Negative emotion regulation refers to the processes people use to manage, modify, or respond to their feelings of distress, sadness, anger, or fear. It involves strategies to lessen or control these emotions, either by changing how we think about a situation (cognitive strategies) or how we physically respond (behavioral strategies). Effective regulation helps maintain emotional balance and promotes well-being, while poor regulation can lead to persistent distress or mental health issues. It’s a natural part of human experience, and learning healthy ways to regulate emotions can improve coping and overall mental health.