Study Finds Managing Anger More Effective by Lowering Physiological Arousal

Ohio State University researchers have found that managing anger may be more effective by turning down physiological arousal rather than venting. The study, which involved analyzing over 150 studies with more than 10,000 participants, discovered that techniques such as deep breathing, mindfulness, meditation, and yoga are more effective at reducing anger and aggression. The research emphasizes the importance of reducing arousal levels to manage anger effectively and debunks the theory of expressing anger as a coping mechanism. Activities increasing physiological arousal, such as jogging, have no effect on anger and may even exacerbate it, according to the study’s findings.