Paul is feeling very frustrated and angry with his boss. Rather than attacking his boss, Paul goes to the gym and engages in a very vigorous workout. After the gym, he feels much better. A psychodynamic interpretation of this activity would focus on the concept of

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Catharsis refers to the process of releasing, and thereby providing relief from, strong or repressed emotions. In this scenario, Paul's vigorous workout serves as a means to release his frustration and anger, aligning with the concept of catharsis in psychodynamic theory.

Paul Is Feeling Very Frustrated and Angry with His Boss