Now that I have nieces and nephews I have observed the hassle their parents, grandparents and the rest of us go through trying to extract the kids' gifts from their frustrating packaging. And quickly too (as the kids stand by anxiously ...and not too quietly...waiting).
Turns out that we're not the only family experiencing that...it's a phenomenon known as "wrap rage", and it sends people to the emergency room every year.
Not only do people have mishaps with the sharp implements they use to try to cut through the packaging...but the cut or torn hard plastic itself can cause lacerations!
Some vendors are trying to come up with "frustration-free" packaging, but it can't come soon enough. Not only for the children, but for their frazzled parents.
Hat tip: Kevin MD
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