Venting Your Emotions, Such as Crying During a Sad Movie

question 38

True/False

Venting your emotions, such as crying during a sad movie or punching a pillow, is an effective way to reduce distress.

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Definitions:

Neural Communication

The process by which neurons transmit information through electrical and chemical signals across synapses.

Sympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's fight-or-flight response, increasing heart rate, and mobilizing energy in stressful situations.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for reducing bodily arousal and facilitating digestion, often described as the "rest and digest" system.

Endocrine Glands

Organs that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various body processes.