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Originally Published 2 months ago — by ScienceAlert
A 2024 study from Ohio State University challenges the common belief that venting anger helps reduce it, finding instead that calming activities like yoga, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques are more effective in lowering physiological arousal and managing anger, while venting may actually increase it.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by ScienceAlert
A 2024 study from Ohio State University challenges the common belief that venting anger helps reduce it, finding that calming activities like yoga, mindfulness, and relaxation techniques are more effective in lowering physiological arousal and managing anger, while venting and arousal-increasing activities may actually worsen anger.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BGR
A new study suggests that venting, commonly believed to help release emotional pressure, may actually worsen anger by reinforcing negative thoughts. Instead, cognitive reappraisal, a strategy of rethinking stressful situations to adopt a calmer perspective, is recommended for managing emotions. This approach engages rational thought processes, helping to diffuse anger and promote understanding. Practicing cognitive reappraisal involves pausing before reacting and considering alternative interpretations of triggering situations.