In one study,people who had been angered were asked to hit a punching bag while thinking about the person who had angered them.The results of this study most clearly highlighted the dangers of
A) relative deprivation.
B) poor adaptation.
C) an emotional catharsis.
D) inadequate spirituality.

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The study mentioned in the question asked angered individuals to hit a punching bag while thinking about the person who angered them. This activity is an example of emotional catharsis, which refers to the release of emotional tensions or negative feelings through a physical or verbal outlet. The study is highlighting the potential dangers of using physical aggression or violence as a means of emotional catharsis, which can escalate feelings of anger and aggression rather than diminish them.

In One Study,people Who Had Been Angered Were Asked to Hit