Posted by dove on March 13, 2000, at 9:49:39
In reply to Re: Screaming and Depression, posted by Confused on March 13, 2000, at 7:02:31
I kinda agree, but would caution utilization of screaming based on a few details. I've read a number of studies that show that releasing anger in a violent or loud manner actually increases bad stress hormones in the body, increases the tendency to feel angry, the tendency to become more quickly angered, and shortens the time it takes for anger to escalate into violence whether aimed at others or self.
Now, for someone who has been stuffing their emotions, their depression may stem from the inability to express themselves or feelings of emotional paralyzation, then I can clearly understand why screaming might release some of these negative feelings and improve their mood. Personally, screaming makes me so much worse that it's not even possible for me to express the depth in words.
In my opinion, at least for myself, crying is a whole different category. Crying feels like a release, a defense mechanism. Whereas, anger or screaming for that matter, feel like an attack, an offensive, whether centered on myself or others. Even if I'm only screaming at no one, just trying to release some frustration, it still feels like a deliberate offensive.
Maybe others view anger or screaming in a different light? Does anyone feel guilty, or really *bad* afterwards, even if it's not directed towards anyone, or you're all alone?
dove
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