# AIMS for Anger Management

> Self-help tool for anger management with planning, tracking, and custom resources. (iPhone/iPad app by US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aims-for-anger-management/id1243035440 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)](https://appshunter.io/developer/430646305)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 28 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 106 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2017-06-09
- Data updated: 2026-07-06
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aims-for-anger-management/id1243035440/reviews.md

## What is AIMS for Anger Management?

AIMS is designed for Veterans and military Service members but can be used by anyone coping with anger problems. The AIMS app is based on the Anger and Irritability Management Skills online self-help course (http://www.veterantraining.va.gov/aims/). The app provides you with education about anger, opportunities for finding support, the ability to create an anger management plan, anger tracking, and tools to help manage angry reactions. You can also create custom tools based on your preferences, and can integrate your own contacts, photos, and music. The AIMS app may be used alone, or in combination with the online course or in-person therapy

AIMS was created by VA’s National Center for PTSD and VA’s Office of Mental Health and Suicide Prevention.

## Key features

- Anger education
- Support resources
- Anger management plan creation
- Anger tracking
- Tools for managing reactions
- Customizable tools with contacts, photos, and music

## Recent user reviews (10 of 28)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aims-for-anger-management/id1243035440/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Why is this on my iCloud?!

*2025-04-06, version 1.7.2*

Similar to the review posted on this topic, I never download this app and it remains on my iCloud unwelcome and will not delete

### 1/5 — Won’t delete from iCloud

*2025-04-02, version 1.7.2*

I never downloaded this to my phone, as I don’t have anger problems and I’m not a vet, yet 1.8 KB of application data has mysteriously shown up in my iCloud storage folder and won’t delete no matter what. Eventually I did what it said on Apple tech support and downloaded the app for the first time in order to turn off iCloud backups and then delete the app and application data, but this also didn’t work. I’m very sketched out by an app created by the government suddenly appearing in my encrypted cloud storage and being undeletable, though hopefully it’s just a bug with iCloud.

### 1/5 — Messed up app

*2024-07-24, version 1.7.2*

I tried to use the app and started typing a trigger then pressed enter and now it's stuck in the app. Quite ironic when you consider what the app is designed for. I would suggest allowing users to delete any items that they enter into the app.

### 4/5 — Great app but needs work

*2024-06-03, version 1.7.2*

The app anger log starts with triggers. I understand from my anger management work that triggers are general things that over time will illuminate my anger issues like “I didn’t feel respected.” There needs to be a preentry like what actually happened in the anger event, prior to asking about more generalized triggers. That will help me filter down later and see patterns.  Also add an additional section towards the end about exploring root causes.

### 3/5 — Amazing Idea But Needs Work

*2024-03-14, version 1.7.2*

I am in love with the idea that AIMS was built off of, I believe that this app would help anyone who took the patience to use it. With a focus on your mental health, the app provides both tools and resources to help users cope with their anger. This is an app that is primarily for soldiers or veterans but I believe that anyone who suffers from any kind of anger management issues can benefit from using AIMS. This app’s visual appeal definitely leaves room for improvement as the simplistic designs don’t really engage with the audience. Moreover, certain attributes of this app is yet to be fully developed and it has a habit of freezing and glitching when you click on it. I believe that the app would definitely benefit from having a more personalized approach where they understand each user’s specific needs and tailoring the app to those needs.

### 2/5 — Not for iPhone

*2022-05-13, version 1.6*

Nearly every page of text is truncated - can’t see it all. It gives one page and stops in the middle of the thought with no way to scroll or get another page. 
Typical VA garbage. Oops, showing my anger again

### 5/5 — Exceptional

*2022-04-24, version 1.6*

This is the best organized and easy to use app I’ve found and wish I would have found it years ago. Because the flow of input makes sense and it is easy and clear I use it - which makes it effective. I hope investments continue in it to remove any persistent glitches.

### 4/5 — helped me out a lot, i really recommend

*2022-03-23, version 1.6*

this app is great. there are some bugs like crashing that need fixing, but this app helped me out a lot. it’s great to organize thoughts with. i have CHR syndrome and major depressive disorder which used to cause me anger issues, and this app was a great source to help me cope and gain skills to manage my anger.

### 3/5 — Good but could be better

*2021-08-23, version 1.6*

There's some really helpful information and resources on the app but it's not always complete.
Quite a few sentences randomly end leaving you wondering what's missing. Didn't anyone edit this for thoroughness and clarity?

### 2/5 — App has promise but needs to be checked

*2021-05-19, version 1.6*

The app is missing a lot of info, sentences remain incomplete. Should be quick fixes that VA can make

## Frequently asked questions about AIMS for Anger Management

### What does the AIMS app do?

The AIMS app provides education about anger and irritability, offers opportunities for finding support, and helps users create personalized anger management plans. It includes anger tracking and tools to manage angry reactions.

### Who is the AIMS app designed for?

While specifically designed for Veterans and military Service members, the app can be used by anyone who is coping with anger problems and seeking tools to manage their reactions.

### Can I customize the AIMS app?

Yes, you can create custom tools based on your preferences. The app also allows you to integrate your own contacts, photos, and music to personalize your anger management experience.

### How can I use the AIMS app with other treatments?

The AIMS app can be used independently as a self-help resource. It can also be used in combination with the online Anger and Irritability Management Skills course or in-person therapy sessions.

### Is the AIMS app free to use?

Yes, the AIMS app is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned in the provided description.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.3 — 2025-07-31

- bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.7.2 — 2022-09-22

* fixed display issues with text in iOS 16
* various text is larger for better readability

### 1.7.1 — 2022-08-16

* bug fixes and performance enhancements

### 1.7 — 2022-07-22

* bug fixes and performance enhancements

### 1.6 — 2020-08-26

The Edit Triggers screen now makes more sense, and hopefully is less ironically anger-inducing.
* Typed-in triggers are automatically added to your list
* Anger Log triggers are automatically added to your list
* Tapping a trigger in your list either moves it into storage (anger log, examples) or prompts to delete (typed-in triggers)

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