Turns out that ... that watching “low-brow” forms of entertainment (we’re guessing reality TV qualifies here) are more likely to make people feel guilty about using it as a stress-reliever.

And you probably think you cope pretty well with everyday stress ... just cut that out, there's a workout for you and a lunch with a friend. If you include the time spent watching television ...

Dr. Borland explained that it’s important for sports fans to manage their reactions to the highs and lows while watching and try dealing with stress through coping tools like deep breathing.