VOA慢速英语:“发泄屋”是良好的心理健康治疗吗？

stress – n. a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc. : something that causes strong feelings of worry or anxiety

therapist – n. a person who helps people deal with mental or emotional problems by talking about those problems : a person trained in methods of treating illnesses especially without the use of drugs or surgery

let off steam idiomatic expression

relieve – v. to reduce or remove (something, such as pain or an unpleasant feeling)

entertainment – n. amusement or pleasure that comes from watching a performer, playing a game, etc.

meditation – n. the act or process of spending time in quiet thought

prescribe – v. : to officially tell someone to use (a medicine, therapy, diet, etc.) as a remedy or treatment

gambling – n. the practice or activity of betting money : the practice of risking money in a game or bet

casino – n. a building or room that has games (such as roulette or blackjack) for gambling

catharsis – n. formal : the act or process of releasing a strong emotion (such as pity or fear) especially by expressing it in an art form