Little Neil is frustrated and is threatening to throttle his baby sister. His mother intervenes, and suggests that Neil "get over it" by taking a dozen eggs and smashing them against the tree in the front yard. Neil's mother appears to be a proponent of __________ as a means of reducing aggression.

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Neil's mother is suggesting that he engage in a cathartic activity, which involves the release of aggressive energy through a non-harmful activity, such as smashing eggs against a tree. This technique is based on the concept of catharsis, which posits that releasing pent-up emotion in a safe way can reduce the likelihood of engaging in more harmful behaviors.

Little Neil Is Frustrated and Is Threatening to Throttle His