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Rage room or yoga class? How to beat anger - Science Weekly

Rage room or yoga class? How to beat anger - Science Weekly

Update: 2025-12-09
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At this time of year when stress levels are high, we can find ourselves being sent over the edge by frustrating post office queues, infuriating traffic jams and tension-filled family occasions. But what’s the best way to release our anger and find peace and calm this festive season? To find out, Ian Sample hears from science correspondent Nicola Davis, who recently tried out a rage room as a means of channelling her fury, and from Brad Bushman, professor of mass communication and psychology at Ohio State University. Is venting the most effective way to overcome anger, and if not, what is?. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/sciencepod
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Rage room or yoga class? How to beat anger - Science Weekly

Rage room or yoga class? How to beat anger - Science Weekly