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by msohcw 3817 days ago
It actually goes beyond just making you more frustrated. Venting, or catharsis, makes you feel better in the short term, creating a positive feedback loop in which you seek it out and engage in it more often, making you more aggressive and worsening the situation. (http://youarenotsosmart.com/2010/08/11/catharsis/)