In one study, people who had been angered were asked to hit a punching bag while thinking about the person who had angered them. The results of this study most clearly highlighted the dangers of

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The study highlighted the dangers of emotional catharsis, which is the idea that releasing anger through aggressive or violent behavior can actually increase aggressive tendencies and perpetuate the cycle of anger and violence. This goes against the idea of catharsis as a healthy way to release emotions, and instead suggests that expressing anger in this way can be harmful.

In One Study, People Who Had Been Angered Were Asked