A psychotherapist suggests that Theresa can effectively reduce the anger she feels toward her ex-boyfriend by tearing pictures of him into little pieces.This therapeutic technique is based on the
A) catharsis hypothesis.
B) adaptation-level phenomenon.
C) feel-good,do-good phenomenon.
D) the concept of flow.

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The catharsis hypothesis suggests that expressing or releasing emotions like anger can lead to a decrease in their intensity. In this case, tearing pictures of her ex-boyfriend into little pieces can serve as a cathartic experience for Theresa by providing a physical outlet for her anger and frustration towards him.

A Psychotherapist Suggests That Theresa Can Effectively Reduce the Anger