
Researchers found people who made a silent appeal were better able to cope with their anger, whether they were religious or not.
Co-author Brad Bushman of Ohio State University, said: 'People often turn to prayer when they're feeling negative emotions, including anger.
'We found that prayer really can help people cope with their anger, probably by helping them change how they view the events that angered them and helping them take it less personally.'
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