Reifman et al. (1991) found that as temperatures rise to uncomfortable levels, major league baseball pitchers are more likely to hit batters with a pitch. This finding is consistent with

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Reifman et al. (1991) found that higher temperatures, which can lead to discomfort, were associated with an increase in pitchers hitting batters, which aligns with the idea that negative affect (such as discomfort or irritation from the heat) can increase aggression. This is consistent with the role of negative affect in aggression.

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