Which of the following children is most likely to calm down emotionally shortly after venting his anger?

A) Jack,who attacks his intimidating older brother for spitting at him
B) Jeremiah,who attacks his irritating younger brother for spitting at him
C) Jed,who attacks his friendly older brother for no good reason at all
D) Jason,who attacks his playful younger brother for no good reason at all

Catharsis Hypothesis

The idea that expressing or releasing strong emotions, such as anger or frustration, can relieve psychological tension and lead to emotional restoration.

Intimidating Older

Eliciting fear or deference through the combined effect of age, experience, and often physical or social presence.

Irritating Younger

A colloquial term possibly pointing to the annoyance caused by younger individuals, though it lacks specificity as a key term.