Scream your way to happiness? Maybe not, but scream clubs promise some relief

medicalxpress - With a gut-wrenching wail that rippled from her body, Amber Walcker joined about a dozen screaming people in West Seattle who let their frustrations float away over the Puget Sound.

AI Summary: Scream clubs tout catharsis and quick emotional relief, but evidence for lasting mental‑health benefits is sparse. Research suggests short‑lived mood boosts largely driven by social bonding and novelty rather than durable therapeutic change. In short: yelling at strangers might feel good for a night, but don’t expect it to replace therapy.

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