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Venting Anger Fails; Experts Recommend Mindfulness Instead

11/14/2025

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A meta-analysis from Ohio State University with 10,189 participants finds venting anger does not alleviate it and can sometimes increase it.
Researchers Brad Bushman and Sophie Kjærvik of Ohio State University recommend calming activities such as deep breathing, yoga, and mindfulness to reduce physiological arousal linked to anger.
They note that jogging may not be beneficial for anger management.
The study was published in Clinical Psychology Review.

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A meta-analysis from Ohio State University with 10,189 participants finds venting anger does not alleviate it and can sometimes increase it.
Researchers Brad Bushman and Sophie Kjærvik of Ohio State University recommend calming activities such as deep breathing, yoga, and mindfulness to reduce physiological arousal linked to anger.
They note that jogging may not be beneficial for anger management.
The study was published in Clinical Psychology Review.