Free Republic

Venting when angry seems sensible. Conventional wisdom suggests expressing anger can help us quell it, like releasing steam from a pressure cooker. But this common metaphor is misleading, according to a recent meta-analytic review. Researchers at Ohio State University analyzed 154 studies on anger, finding little evidence that venting helps. In some cases, it could increase anger. "I think it's really important to bust the myth that if you're angry you should blow off steam – get it off your chest," said senior author and communication scientist Brad Bushman when the results were published in April. "Venting anger might sound...

Experts say the presidential election may overwhelm Americans with emotions — from optimism to disappointment, frustration, and fear. One woman in Sauk City, WI is seeing more people stop by her business to smash their rage away. Disorderly Conduct Rage Rooms has seen an uptick in bookings this week, according to owner Amanda Chestnut. “They're feeling the anger of maybe their nominee didn't get elected,” Chestnut said. “The election being sort of a key point in time where people are focused more on things maybe outside of their control, so they're feeling a little out of control and they want...

Tantrum City, a rage room that opened in April 2021 in North Syracuse, has closed its doors. “We will be closing our doors effective immediately due to unforeseen circumstances. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you,” Tantrum City posted on its Facebook page on Wednesday. The business was located on the corner of Taft Road and Route 11, and was previously home to ShamROCK’s Rock and Roll Irish Pub. Tantrum City provided weapons (bats, crowbars, golf clubs and sledgehammers) and items to smash, like electronics, glassware, knick-knacks and car parts to release steam and throw adult temper tantrums....