Does Catharsis Reduce Aggression?
Does Catharsis Reduce Aggression? Does catharsis reduce aggression? According to experimental studies, physical catharsis is a counterproductive practice in aggression: instead of reducing anger, it reinforces it. Aggressive behaviors like yelling and punching feel good because they elevate testosterone levels and trigger a fight-or-flight response. Does catharsis reduce aggression Why or why not? Previous studies