Procedures that encourage catharsis, like punching a pillow or venting about negative feelings, can be helpful or can sometimes lead to more stress in the long term. Under what conditions does catharsis help us to deal with stress?

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Procedures that include problem solving or making changes can actually help to address the source of the stress, rather than just temporarily relieving the feelings of stress through catharsis. It can lead to long-term benefits in coping with stress. The other options (B, C and D) may be helpful in certain situations, but do not necessarily address the root cause of the stress.

Procedures That Encourage Catharsis, Like Punching a Pillow or Venting