Articles tagged with Emotions
Research finds that positive emotions are associated with healthier blood lipid profiles in Western adults but not in Japanese participants. The study's findings highlight the importance of cultural context in understanding links between emotion and health.
A Michigan State University study found that salespeople who control the emotional tone of their buyer-seller relationship by expressing gratitude can foster customer loyalty and gratitude. By going above and beyond, salespeople can potentially outperform even long-term relationships in terms of customer satisfaction.
A study by Georgia State University and Purdue University found that acute alcohol intoxication amplifies the link between heavy drinking patterns and intimate partner aggression. Impulsive individuals are more likely to commit violence when intoxicated, as they focus on emotional cues in the situation.
A new study from UC Berkeley research finds that people who habitually accept their negative emotions experience fewer negative emotions, leading to better psychological health. The study tested over 1,300 adults and found those who avoid acknowledging dark emotions report more mood disorder symptoms.
Researchers found that third-person self-talk can lead people to think about themselves more similarly to how they think about others, gaining psychological distance from their experiences. This can be useful for regulating emotions, with the brain activity showing decreased emotional reactivity when using the third person.
A new study found that arts-based group participation boosts positive emotions in both healthy adults and those with mental health conditions. This effect is short-lived, while improved emotional regulation lasts throughout the day.
Residents reflect on patient struggles, joys, and future goals to cultivate inner lives and balance professional and personal selves. Writing reflections helps physicians integrate their emotions, spirituality, and clinical expertise.
A study of personal assistance relationships between disabled people and their assistants found that these relationships can be emotionally fraught and require support. The research highlights the importance of a good match between employer and worker and provides recommendations for improving these relationships.
A study published by the American Psychological Association found that individuals with a diverse range of positive emotions have lower levels of systemic inflammation, which may reduce their risk for chronic diseases. The research, led by Anthony Ong, suggests that having a rich and diverse positive emotional life may benefit health.
Mothers who are more supportive of their children's negative emotions rate them as more socially skilled, but these same children appear less socially adjusted at school. This study highlights the potential downside to mothers' supportiveness on third-grade children's social adjustment.
This longitudinal study found that early family relationships significantly impact children's emotional development, particularly in terms of emotion regulation. Problematic family types were associated with increased depressive symptoms and biases in social-emotional information processing. The study suggests that strengthening emotio...
A study published in Psychological Science found that inhibiting the lateral prefrontal cortex using Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) increases emotional spillover, while preserving its integrity eliminates it. The research suggests a causal relationship between the prefrontal cortex and emotion regulation.
Researchers identify a three-way interaction between genetics, body mass index, and parent-child communication patterns in predicting restrictive feeding practices that contribute to childhood obesity. Genetic variations affect emotion regulation, influencing parents' responses to children's negative emotions.
Researchers found that online ads decrease brain activity in frontal/prefrontal cortical areas, indicating a drop in concentration levels. The presence of ads also affects the frontal/prefrontal asymmetry index, with some subjects experiencing increased and others decreased activity.
A study by the University of Adelaide found that wine label descriptions alter consumer emotions, increase wine liking, and encourage higher prices. Elaborate descriptions evoke more positive emotions, improving quality perception and willingness to pay.
A treatment for depression using the Emotional Faces Memory Task resulted in a significantly greater reduction of major depressive disorder symptoms compared to a control group. The digital therapeutic targets an imbalance in brain regions involved in emotion processing and cognitive control.
Targets of workplace bullying shared common advice that often made their situation worse, including quitting or ignoring the issue. Despite this, most said they would recommend these tactics to others in similar situations due to a lack of insight into effective alternatives.
Researchers investigated how social exclusion affects individuals and found that even small indications of integration and attention can reduce distress. Receiving minimal attention via a letter or email can make rejection more bearable.
A study found that toddlers with regular bedtimes and better emotional regulation are less likely to become obese pre-teens. The research team also discovered a link between household routines, self-regulation, and obesity risk, highlighting the importance of bedtime consistency for childhood obesity prevention.
A new study published in the Journal of Child and Family Studies suggests that psychoeducation and skills building can help sever the emotion-behavior link contributing to HIV/STI risk among black adolescents with mental illnesses. The study found that improving coping mechanisms to regulate emotions may be crucial for preventing HIV/S...
A machine-learning device developed by Osaka University can detect the emotional state of its listeners and produce new songs that evoke different feelings. This technology has the potential to enhance the interactive music experience and be applied in healthcare settings to motivate people to exercise or improve their mood.
Researchers found that musical cues with high arousal and positive emotion triggered the recall of clear, vivid memories, while those with negative emotions led to less specific recollections. The study's findings suggest that emotional content of musical cues influences the type of memories accessed.
New York University researchers LeDoux and Brown argue that emotions arise from a general cortical network of cognition, similar to conscious experiences. They propose a higher-order theory of emotional consciousness, challenging existing theories that consider emotions as innately programmed in the brain.
A study by UC Santa Barbara researchers suggests that humans accurately predict the qualities valued in their local population and generate pride based on those values. The 'advertisement-recalibration theory of pride' proposes that pride serves as a motivator to cultivate traits and behaviors that increase others' valuation.
Research by Waljit Dhillo at Imperial College London discovered that kisspeptin stimulates limbic brain areas associated with mood and emotion, influencing reproductive behavior. Kisspeptin treatment also enhanced brain activity during assessments of reward, drive, and mood in healthy heterosexual men.
A new study from the University of Michigan found that older kids are more likely to view confessing as right, while younger children connect positive emotions to lying and negative emotions to confession. Parents can foster open communication by listening without anger, making it critical for teens grappling with adult issues.
A new study by American University professor Anthony Ahrens reveals a surprising link between autonomy and gratitude. Individuals high in autonomy tend to experience less gratitude and value it less, suggesting that self-reliance may hinder social connections.
Research from the University of Arizona shows that anger can lead to impulsive and deviant behavior, while guilt promotes careful and deliberate processing. Angry employees are more likely to cheat and engage in unethical behavior, whereas guilty employees exhibit less deviance.
A study from Case Western Reserve University found that older men adhere closely to an idealized masculinity script incompatible with the realities of later life. This script leaves senior men without a blueprint to behave or handle emotions, contributing to health problems and difficulties in caregiving.
A recent virtual reality study has found that our perception of space and our bodies plays a crucial role in regulating emotional experience and exploratory behavior. By manipulating sensory input on gait and spatial context, researchers have shown that this interplay can intensify or reduce fear and enhance exploration.
A study of 81 men found that those with nurturing childhood environments were more likely to have secure attachments to their romantic partners late in life. This association was partially explained by better emotion regulation skills in midlife, which predicted more secure marriages.
Researchers found that four factors - perceived competence, social interaction, novel experiences, and physical exertion - trigger positive emotions in exercise. Enjoyment is a key factor among regular exercisers, leading to increased motivation and adherence.
A Kansas State University researcher found that political skill is the only interpersonal skill to have an independent positive relationship with transformational leadership and job satisfaction. Developing this skill can increase work engagement and satisfaction, benefiting organizations.
A new study suggests that drinking cold water can reduce feelings of shame and regret by regulating emotions and temperature. Researchers found that people in warm environments tend to feel more regret after making mistakes, but consuming cold drinks or being exposed to cold temperatures can help alleviate these emotions.
A new study from Michigan State University suggests that meditation can help tame negative emotions in people of all mindfulness levels. Participants who meditated showed similar levels of 'emotion regulatory' brain activity as those with high natural mindfulness, indicating improved emotional health.
A study found that individuals with insecure childhood experiences had lower task performance under emotionally negative conditions and less brain activity in response to target letters. This suggests that inefficient emotional regulation strategies may lead to reduced cognitive resources for task completion.
In a study of young men attending a therapeutic boarding school, researchers found that they adopted more feminine behaviors to assert dominance and maturity. These hybrid masculinities were positively valued by women, employers, and educational organizations, contributing to the flexibility of patriarchy.
The Quatro Study will inform ongoing product development efforts by gathering end-user input on four vaginal delivery systems for HIV and multipurpose prevention. The study, recruiting 200 healthy women ages 18-30 in South Africa and Zimbabwe, assesses user experiences of placebos with no active ingredients.
New research from Washington University in St. Louis shows that revenge is not just bitter, but also sweet, with people experiencing both positive and negative emotions. The study used three experiments involving over 600 participants to explore the emotional consequences of revenge.
Researchers from IDIBELL-Bellvitge Biomedical Research Institute have found that combining a positive emotional component with a given stimulus promotes memory for future stimuli of the same type. This effect is observed until after 24 hours of sleep, when memory consolidation is maximized.
A new study published in Hormones and Behavior shows that oxytocin administration enhances facial mimicry and emotion recognition in adult males. The researchers found that the subjects who received oxytocin exhibited greater facial mimicry when observing infant faces, which was not seen in those who received a placebo.
A study of 2,436 people found that listening to sad music can lead to feelings of pleasure, comfort, and relief, but also painful experiences related to personal loss. The research has implications for music therapy and rehabilitation, highlighting the complexity of human emotions in response to sad music.
A recent study highlights the emotional labor required of collegiate student-athletes, leaving them feeling powerless, frustrated, and nervous. The study emphasizes the need for universities to prepare their student-athletes with communication skills to address this pressure.
Researchers found that wealthy men prioritize physical attractiveness and engage in short-term mating, while committed women may adopt more consistent strategies due to reproductive costs. The study suggests evolutionary psychology principles influence mate selection across cultures.
Research from UC Berkeley and Northwestern University suggests that outbursts of anger predict cardiovascular problems, while shutting down emotionally or 'stonewalling' raises the risk of musculoskeletal ailments. The study monitored couples' behaviors over 20 years, finding a stronger link for husbands but also correlations in wives.
Retailers can boost profits by 7-10% by using higher prices with occasional sales for fashionable goods, according to a new study. The approach works because high-value customers are willing to pay more to avoid regret over not buying now, while lower-priced items attract price-conscious customers.
Research at SISSA reveals Botox-based aesthetic procedures can impair emotional processing, particularly in subtle situations. The study confirms the importance of embodied cognition in understanding emotions and highlights a potential risk for those undergoing these treatments.
Long-term AA members who recited AA prayers after viewing drinking-related images reported less craving for alcohol than those who just read a newspaper. Brain activity increased in areas responsible for attention and emotion, suggesting an innate ability to minimize the effect of alcohol triggers.
A study of 150 U2 fan-made videos uncovered various visual and musical methods used to convey emotions, creating a sense of community among fans. The research may inform commercial music service providers on how to include emotional factors in recommendations and playlists.
A study published in Cognitive Processing found that taekwondo athletes excel at reading facial emotions and anticipating opponents' next moves, whereas weightlifters do not. This skill is critical in close-contact combat sports.
Research suggests that episodic memory is crucial for emotion recovery in midlife and older adults, who may struggle with negative emotions after a stressful event. The study found that stronger memory skills were linked to improved positive emotion regulation, suggesting that cognitive processes are closely intertwined.
Researchers are often hesitant to discuss shame, using terms like ostracism instead, according to UC Santa Barbara researcher Thomas Scheff. Scheff argues that conventional thoughts about shame see it as an emotion triggered by a particular stimulus, but he believes humans are built around shame and it's time to reclaim the term.
Research shows that 15-month-old babies generalize an adult's angry behavior even if the social context has changed. They make snap judgments and tend to assume a person with a history of anger will become angry again in similar situations. This study highlights the importance of parents being mindful of their emotions' impact on babies.
A study published in Scientific Reports found that writing a message to the perpetrator can disrupt the chain of unfair behavior, calming negative emotions and leading to fairer interactions. The researchers suggest this strategy as a way to stop the spread of injustice.
A new University of Michigan study finds that voting restrictions are actually increasing voter turnout among Democrats, who become angrier about the laws' impact on minority voters. The study reveals that media frames about voter ID laws trigger powerful emotions in Democrats, leading to increased participation.
A new study from UMass Amherst found that older adults report feeling more serenity and having a richer concept of what it means to feel serene. They also exhibit fewer depressive symptoms and less shame associated with negative emotions compared to younger adults.
A study by Penn State and Columbia University found that individuals who experience more negative emotions and perceive stressful events as more stressful have lower heart rate variability, a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. This suggests that reaction to stress is more important than its frequency in determining health risks.
A recent study found that parents' attempts to regulate their emotional expressions can detract from their well-being and high-quality parent-child bonds. Parents reported feeling less authentic and experiencing lower emotional well-being when suppressing negative emotions and amplifying positive emotions during childcare. The study su...
A new study of firefighters suggests that insomnia and nightmares may increase the risk of depression by impairing emotion regulation strategies. The study found that limited access to these strategies, such as problem-solving skills and negative emotions decrease, was the strongest indirect effect for both relationships.
Researchers found that horses looked more with their left eye when viewing angry faces and showed a quicker increase in heart rate, indicating they had a functionally relevant understanding of the emotions. This ability to read human emotions may serve as a warning system, allowing horses to anticipate negative behavior.