There are three major ways that people deal with anger: They repress it (e.g., by denying their anger), they vent it (e.g., by yelling at someone), or they try to get rid of it (e.g., by relaxing or going for a jog). Which approach is generally most successful at reducing anger?
a. Venting
b. Repressing—although there are long-term costs
c. Getting rid of it
d. Whichever approach the person believes will be most successful
C
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