Articles tagged with Emotions
A study by Queen's University researcher Laurence Ashworth suggests that emotion plays a significant role in consumers' purchasing decisions, particularly for high-involvement products. This challenges existing assumptions about the long-term effects of emotional purchases and highlights the potential benefits of incorporating emotions...
A Case Western Reserve University study found that children's range of emotions in play can indicate how emotionally charged their memories will be. The researchers used this link to develop a tool for gauging emotional openness in children, which can help them process traumatic experiences and express negative emotions.
Research finds that consumers who base their decisions on emotional responses are more satisfied with their purchases, both immediately and three weeks later. The study suggests that it can be beneficial for consumers to consider feelings when making purchasing decisions.
A study by Oregon Health & Science University found that women on hormone therapy are more sensitive to negative events and can process emotions similarly to younger women. However, hormone therapy does not improve memory for negative events, suggesting that the brain's arousal system is modified with age.
The Braintuning project, a €2.5 million EU-funded research initiative, aims to investigate the relationship between music, emotions, and brain functions. Researchers seek to explain individual differences in musical preferences and emotional responses to music, as well as how environmental factors influence these experiences.
Research found that longstanding anger and hostility compromise lung function and hasten natural decline in lung power with age. The study of 670 men aged 45-86 showed a significant association between higher levels of hostility and poorer lung function.
Researchers at Université de Montréal discover that mystical experiences are mediated by several brain regions, contradicting theories of a specific 'God spot'. Fifteen cloistered nuns underwent fMRI scans while reliving mystical experiences, revealing a dozen active brain regions.
A new study at University College London found that humans often act irrationally when faced with difficult decisions, driven by emotional reactions. Participants were more likely to gamble at the threat of losing £30 than the offer of keeping £20, despite both options resulting in the same outcome.
A study by Cornell and University of Chicago researchers reveals that personal responsibility, not the ability to make choices, determines satisfaction. When options are similar or unclear, choosing doesn't lead to increased happiness.
A new study reveals that highly anxious individuals can quickly detect changes in facial expressions, but often misinterpret their emotional meaning. This heightened sensitivity can perpetuate a cycle of conflict and misunderstanding in personal relationships.
A new UCLA study found that brain activity responds differently to opposition candidate's face depending on the viewer's party affiliation. The brain's cognitive networks regulate emotions in response to opposing candidates' faces, with increased negative feelings toward opponents and positive feelings toward favorites.
A new brain model, iSTART, describes how imbalanced brain mechanisms underlie autistic behaviors. Individuals with autism exhibit hyperspecific learning, under-aroused emotional responses, and breakdowns in adaptive timing, leading to symptoms like reduced emotional expression and emotional outbursts.
African American smokers show greater brain activation in response to smoking cues compared to Caucasian smokers. The study suggests that metabolism of nicotine may be slower in African Americans, contributing to lower success rates in smoking cessation.
The USC Viterbi School of Engineering course analyzed musical characteristics using computer modeling, machine learning, and signal processing. Students mapped emotions to color patterns, and compared performances of Bach violin sonatas.
Research reveals that boys are emotionally invested in their romantic relationships, with feelings of heightened emotions towards their partners. Girls also outperform boys in decision-making power, contradicting traditional gender roles.
Research reveals that people's mood can influence their choices, particularly in situations involving risk-taking behavior, social interactions, and financial decisions. The studies found that thinking about one's own mood can increase concern with the pleasurable consequences of decisions, leading to less optimal outcomes.
Researchers found that anger evokes casual judgments more frequently than sadness, leading to a desire for actions against offenders. In contrast, sadness may prompt actions targeting victims, such as healing and support.
Researchers found that older adults are more likely to attribute actions to individuals alone when in a negative mood, while younger adults consider situational factors. This suggests that older adults may struggle with processing external information in negative emotional states.
A study published in Psychology of Women Quarterly found that businesswomen wearing tight skirts were perceived as less competent than their neutrally dressed counterparts. The research suggests women in high status occupations must resist the temptation to emphasize their sex appeal to gain respect from colleagues.
A study published in Political Psychology analyzed sales data from eight Marvel comic books and found that unconventional heroes sold more copies during low-threat times compared to high-threat times. The conventional hero titles, on the other hand, remained flat in sales.
Researchers found that children with bipolar disorder exhibit over-reactive amygdala responses to negative stimuli, leading to under-reactive cognitive behavior. This study highlights the need for targeted treatments and interventions for pediatric bipolar disorder.
The study found that both groups experienced reduced distress and improved cognitive function after writing, with the experimental group using more emotionally expressive language. Language analysis revealed differences in language use between the two groups, but some strategies showed consistent benefits for both conditions.
Researchers Adam Duhachek analyzed two studies on consumer stress, creating a multidimensional scale to measure coping mechanisms. He found that consumers employ various strategies to cope with stress, including avoiding purchases, seeking social support, and using relaxation techniques.
A study found that angry consumers were 37% more likely to choose default options than sad individuals. Sad people tend to examine all the options carefully and make informed decisions.
Researchers found that people altered their behavior after exposure to subliminal happy faces, drinking more and paying triple the price for a mystery drink. Thirst proved necessary for influence, and effects were short-lived, lasting only until conscious awareness arrived.
A study by Teuscher found that time limits can amplify emotions in both positive and negative directions. This research has implications for understanding how people cope with endings and transitions, such as death, separations, or retirement.
Researchers found that flowers induce immediate and long-term positive effects on emotional reactions, mood, social behaviors, and memory in both men and women. The evolutionary emotional niche model suggests that humans' emotional connection with flowers is a key factor in their survival and diversity.
This study explores how positive emotions, specifically pride, influence consumer behavior and repurchasing decisions. Key findings show that high pride can lead to reduced repurchase intentions due to differing self-regulatory goals. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for predicting consumer behavior in marketing strategies.
A new study finds that emotion coaching by mothers and fathers can reduce behavior problems in children exposed to domestic violence. When fathers engage in emotion coaching, their children are less withdrawn.
Researchers studied 13,000 people for ability to detect deception and found 31 'wizards' who consistently outperform others in spotting lies. They identified key behavioral clues, including micro-expressions and inconsistencies in speech patterns, that can betray a liar.
Researchers find that people's brains use both reason and emotion when making personal moral judgments, as opposed to judgment of others. Increased activity in the 'anterior cingulate cortex' was found in difficult personal moral dilemmas.
Researchers found a link between positive emotions and reduced frailty risk in older adults. Another study showed that positive stereotypes about aging improved memory performance in older adults by reducing age-related differences. These findings highlight the importance of social environment in affecting aging outcomes.
The Expressive Lighting Engine (ELE) is an intelligent system that allows game developers to use lighting to direct attention, create mood, and provide visual depth. ELE can guide players to important elements in 3D scenes by tracking eye movements, improving player success rates in identifying enemies.
A recent study found that employees who were allowed to regulate their emotions in response to customer aggression reported lower levels of stress. Employers are advised to provide training in emotional regulation for service representatives to reduce burnout and absenteeism. The researchers also recommended enhancing job autonomy to m...
Researchers found that gay and lesbian couples start conflicts with more positivity and less negativity compared to straight couples. They also show more positive emotions during discussions and are less domineering.
A study found that chronic drinking elevates cortisol levels both during intoxication and withdrawal, impacting overall health. Elevated cortisol is also associated with increased risk of medical and psychiatric problems such as diabetes and cognitive deficits.
A study at Brown University found that novel odors can compromise participants' persistence in word tests due to induced frustration. In contrast, neutral odors had no effect on performance. The research suggests a potential link between emotions and scent-based behavior.
A study found that depressed patients' brains respond differently to smells and visual stimuli compared to healthy individuals. The researchers suggest that alterations in the orbitofrontal cortex and amygdala may contribute to the reduced sense of smell and intensified emotions in depression.
Researchers used functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI) to study the effects of antidepressant venlafaxine on clinically depressed patients. The study found that the drug produced robust alterations in the anterior cingulate area of the brain within two weeks, which may help predict treatment response.
Studies show that the left hemisphere processes meaningful semantic content automatically, while the right hemisphere is involved in processing emotional prosody. Researchers used Transcranial Doppler Ultrasonography to measure blood flow velocity in the brain's middle cerebral arteries when participants identified emotions conveyed th...
A recent study suggests that music selection is influenced by multiple factors, including anticipated pleasure, mood, activity, and social context. Participants showed significant changes in their opinions about disliked songs after listening, highlighting the complex nature of music enjoyment.
Children in physical joint-custody arrangements with no parental conflict exhibit fewer behavioral problems compared to single-parent custody. However, frequent disagreements between former spouses can lead to negative emotional responses and behavior issues in children.
A study published in the Annals of Behavioral Medicine found that journaling about both thoughts and emotions after a traumatic event can lead to increased awareness of benefits, such as improved relationships and personal strength. In contrast, focusing solely on emotional aspects may not produce similar benefits.
A new study at Kansas State University found that people with neurotic tendencies hold onto negative emotions for longer than others, leading to poor health. In contrast, extroverts tend to maintain a positive mood for longer periods.
Researchers discovered that domestic violence perpetrators exhibit faulty regulation of heart rate and vagal nerve activity when under stress. This dysregulation may contribute to their aggressive behavior and inability to control anger.
Three new studies show that expressing positive emotions can lead to better relationships, mental focus, and personal well-being. Additionally, research finds that a positive outlook on life persists into old age, with extraverted individuals less likely to experience a decline in positive affect.
Researchers have identified a region in the right prefrontal cortex that can rapidly distinguish emotional information from visual stimuli. This finding suggests that neurons in this area can modulate visual information processing and may play a crucial role in responding to potentially threatening or dangerous stimuli.
Researchers found that attempting to control reactions to emotional events weakens memory, but reappraisal strategies have no such impact. The study suggests that expressive suppression, which involves continually monitoring and correcting oneself, consumes cognitive resources and reduces accuracy of event details.
A study found that nearly half of e-mail users make fewer long-distance calls due to the convenience of online communication. E-mail excels in scheduling conflicts, while telephone is preferred for emotional expression and companionship.
A longitudinal study found that children who exhibited more imagination and emotion in their early play were more creative and better copers as they aged. The research suggests that early interventions can help young children develop essential skills for lifelong creativity and problem-solving.
A new study from Duke University Medical Center finds that heart patients experiencing wide emotional swings are more at risk for cardiac abnormalities, including myocardial ischemia. Doctors have tools like biofeedback and stress management to help patients control emotional swings.
Researchers like John Gottman believe that fathers play a crucial role in helping children develop emotional control. By fostering emotional intelligence, dads can improve their children's behavior, academic performance, and overall well-being. In contrast, harsh parenting styles can lead to negative outcomes.
Researchers found a direct cause-and-effect relationship between negative emotions and an increased risk of myocardial ischemia, a precursor to heart attacks. Stress levels, both emotional and physical, were associated with a higher risk of ischemia, especially in the hour following stress.