A Canadian research team found that individuals making punishment decisions experience an almost instantaneous emotional reaction, which is stronger when responding to stereotypical criminals. This discovery has implications for policy makers and highlights the importance of considering emotions in decision-making processes.
SourceInstitut national de la recherche scientifique - INRS·JournalPsychology Crime and Law·TypeExperimental study·DateFeb 7, 2022
A study found a link between ASMR and higher levels of neuroticism and anxiety. Those who experience ASMR reported reduced anxiety after watching an ASMR video, suggesting it could be a suitable intervention for anxious individuals.
A new study reveals that social isolation and loneliness can increase cardiovascular disease risk by 8% and 5% respectively. Women who experience high levels of both social isolation and loneliness have a 13-27% increased risk of heart disease, compared to those with low levels.
SourceUniversity of California - San Diego·JournalJAMA Network Open·TypeObservational study·DateFeb 2, 2022
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A study analyzed Reddit posts to identify common parenting concerns, including sleep, eating, and emotional difficulties. The authors used latent Dirichlet allocation to categorize the posts and found that these topics are consistently discussed among parents.
Researchers analyzed over 60 million GitHub posts to find that developers who don't use emojis are three times more likely to drop off the platform. Emoji usage patterns varied among developers, but were associated with factors like work type and time management.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateJan 26, 2022
A University of Ottawa study found that trying to suppress emotions with a poker face or smile has little impact on mood and memory, contradicting past research. Instead, participants used alternative strategies like changing their perspective to cope with distressing moments.
SourceUniversity of Ottawa·JournalJournal of Behavior Therapy and Experimental Psychiatry·DateJan 19, 2022
A study of 2018 US midterm election video ads found that ads from the preferred party evoke stronger emotions, while those from opposing parties have little effect. This suggests that political ads primarily motivate party faithful rather than sway undecided voters.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Psychology·DateJan 12, 2022
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Researchers found that after-school tutoring programs with SEL principles improved Syrian refugee children's perceptions of school safety and inclusiveness. The program also showed positive effects on academic skills, emotion regulation, and behavioral regulation skills.
SourceNew York University·JournalAmerican Educational Research Journal·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 16, 2021
Middle-aged women with higher self-compassion had thinner carotid artery walls and less plaque buildup, linked to lower cardiovascular disease risk. The findings persisted even when controlling for behaviors and psychological factors.
SourceUniversity of Pittsburgh·JournalHealth Psychology·DateDec 16, 2021
A University of Cambridge-led study found that rising housing prices can significantly increase 'openness' among US residents within a few years. This trait captures levels of curiosity and creativity.
SourceUniversity of Cambridge·JournalAmerican Psychologist·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateDec 15, 2021
A recent study by North Carolina State University suggests that teaching children to understand others' perspectives can make it easier for them to forgive. Children are more likely to forgive someone who has apologized and is part of their in-group. The study also highlights the importance of helping kids develop Theory of Mind skills...
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalJournal of Experimental Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateDec 8, 2021
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Research using fNIRS found that young children's ability to appreciate humor varies with age and sex. The study suggests differences in brain activity between boys and girls, as well as developmental stages, when it comes to recognizing humor.
Recent research shows differences in Russian and US approaches to emotion, with Russian parents reading stories featuring negative emotions to their children. This highlights cultural nuances in socializing emotions before school age.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalEmotion·TypeObservational study·DateDec 2, 2021
A survey of 1,300 healthcare professionals found that emotional distress was associated with the pandemic's severity and lack of vaccination options. The study suggests that healthcare workers may have been at increased risk of mental health issues during this time.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateNov 24, 2021
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New research from The University of Toledo finds that individuals with higher levels of emotional intelligence experience lower levels of concern for leading remotely. Leaders with high self-perception can avoid being emotionally hijacked and provide clarity of purpose during crisis situations.
SourceUniversity of Toledo·JournalJournal of Leadership & Organizational Studies·TypeSurvey·DateNov 22, 2021
Researchers found that children who were described as calm tended to play calmly, while active toddlers played actively, regulating their negative feelings. Toddlers also learned distraction strategies by observing adults playing while waiting, regardless of the adult's temperament.
SourceRuhr-University Bochum·JournalChild Development·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 17, 2021
A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics found that preschool children can correctly identify emotions of caregivers wearing and not wearing face masks. The study involved 276 children who were examined for their ability to recognize emotions in caregivers with and without face masks.
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Researchers found that when mothers and children are coordinated at the behavioral level, their physiological activity follows the mother's. The study highlights the importance of tuning in to a child's cues and being responsive to their behaviors during playtime.
SourceUniversity of Illinois College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences·JournalDevelopmental Psychobiology·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 11, 2021
The article highlights the importance of recovering routine vaccination rates after the COVID-19 pandemic. Vaccinations for MMR, DTaP, polio, and HPV have seen significant drops, posing dire consequences to population health. Experts emphasize the need for stakeholders to drive awareness, facilitate access, and build vaccine confidence.
SourceAmerican Academy of Family Physicians·JournalThe Annals of Family Medicine·DateNov 9, 2021
Research by Beach et al found that clinicians who provided space for patients to elaborate on their emotions had longer visits. In contrast, explicitly addressing emotions resulted in shorter visits, with 56% of responses being non-explicit.
SourceAmerican Academy of Family Physicians·JournalThe Annals of Family Medicine·DateNov 9, 2021
Researchers developed a new tool, PerCEIVED Task, to measure people's accuracy in recognizing emotion in elementary school-aged children. The study highlights the existence of emotional biases, such as incorrectly perceiving Black children as angry, and emphasizes the importance of asking children what they're feeling.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalEmotion·TypeExperimental study·DateNov 2, 2021
A new study reveals that young adults experienced significant losses during the pandemic, including missed social events and inability to say goodbye in person. Researchers collected stories from college students who reflected on their earliest and most significant losses regarding COVID-19.
SourceWashington State University·JournalDeath Studies·TypeObservational study·DateOct 25, 2021
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A new study found that changes in children's facial expressions of emotion after sleep restriction predict more social problems concurrently and over time. Emotional expression plays a crucial role in social communication, and poor sleep quality takes a toll on this aspect.
SourceUniversity of Houston·JournalAffective Science·DateOct 19, 2021
Research by the American Psychological Association found that looking at memes about COVID-19 can help people cope with stress and anxiety. The study, published in Psychology of Popular Media, suggests that viewing just three memes can increase positive emotions and decrease stress levels.
SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalPsychology of Popular Media·DateOct 18, 2021
Researchers analysed publicly available comments in response to nature video content on Facebook during the UK's first national Covid-19 lockdown. The study found that engaging with this virtual nature content helped people cope with stress and mental fatigue, and increased feelings of connectedness to nature and others.
SourceUniversity of Surrey·JournalFrontiers in Psychology·TypeObservational study·DateOct 14, 2021
A study found that nearly 70% of surveyed healthcare workers in Ghana and Kenya experienced stress and burnout during the COVID-19 pandemic. The researchers suggest that perceived preparedness plays a crucial role in mitigating these negative effects on job satisfaction.
SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Global Public Health·DateOct 13, 2021
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Researchers found that emotional expressions of anger in negative reviews influence consumer attitudes and choices, counterintuitively increasing the negative impact. Online retailers and review platforms should take angry reviews seriously and address them promptly to mitigate their effects.
SourceGeorgia Institute of Technology·JournalMIS Quarterly·DateOct 12, 2021
A study by Washington State University researchers found that sleep loss does not impact a person's ability to evaluate emotional situations, despite affecting their mood. However, sleep deprivation can make individuals less able to control their own emotional responses.
SourceWashington State University·JournalPLOS ONE·DateOct 11, 2021
A new study from UCLA finds that a social companion robot, Robin, provides comfort to young patients during hospital visits. Children and their parents reported significant improvements in positive affect and reductions in negative affect after interacting with Robin compared to tablet-based interactions.
SourceUniversity of California - Los Angeles Health Sciences·DateOct 8, 2021
Research published in Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders found that autistic children with difficulties integrating narrative context with facial expressions, leading to inaccurate emotion recognition. This highlights the importance of contextual cues in social exchanges for effectively managing interactions.
SourceAnglia Ruskin University·JournalJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 7, 2021
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A Dartmouth study found that individuals who experienced higher levels of stress on a given day had lower social interaction the following day. The research used mobile phone sensing data from 99 undergraduate students and showed that stress predicted less social interaction, but not the other way around.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalEmotion·TypeObservational study·DateOct 5, 2021
Researchers have discovered a protein called "shank" that acts as a biomarker for modifiable memories. This discovery may lead to the development of new treatments for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) by identifying factors that make memories susceptible to change.
SourceEuropean College of Neuropsychopharmacology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 2, 2021
Researchers found that depressed adolescents' brains reduce activity in brain areas related to visual processing when shown distressing images. Antidepressant treatment restored brain activity to healthy levels, suggesting a potential vulnerability in adolescent brains.
SourceEuropean College of Neuropsychopharmacology·TypeExperimental study·DateOct 2, 2021
A new study published in Psychological Science found that people tend to perceive angry responses as a sign of guilt, even when they're not. The researchers, led by Katherine DeCelles, discovered that calm denials and silence are more indicative of innocence than an angry response.
SourceUniversity of Toronto, Rotman School of Management·JournalPsychological Science·TypeExperimental study·DateSep 28, 2021
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Davis Instruments Vantage Pro2 Weather Station offers research-grade local weather data for networked stations, campuses, and community observatories.
A study of former journalists found that those who left their jobs voluntarily reported positive well-being and relief, while those who were laid off experienced depression, shock, and financial difficulties. The study also found that the skills honed as a journalist are highly transferable to new careers.
SourceUniversity of Kansas·JournalNewspaper Research Journal·TypeSurvey·DateSep 27, 2021
A new study explores how young people who have attempted suicide use alcohol and other substances as a coping mechanism for emotional distress. The research highlights the 'double-edged sword' effect of these substances, contributing to both negative mental health outcomes and suicidal thoughts.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateSep 6, 2021
A study by CHOP researchers reveals that children with autism on the autism spectrum who have impaired executive functioning skills face specific challenges in a school setting. The findings suggest that these challenges worsen as children experience adolescence, emphasizing the need for early intervention supports.
SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalAutism·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateSep 1, 2021
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Research finds approximately one-third of the population experience sensitivities when seeing others fidget, leading to emotional and social impacts. Individuals with misokinesia report difficulty in social situations, work environments, and learning spaces, with impacts increasing with age.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalScientific Reports·DateAug 31, 2021
A new study published in the Journal of Gerontology finds that engaging in diverse daily activities is associated with a diverse set of emotions. Individuals who regularly participated in a broad range of activities experienced more diverse positive emotions, particularly those between ages 33-44.
SourceUniversity of South Florida·JournalJournal of Gerontology·DateAug 24, 2021
New research published in eNeuro found that premature babies' brain connections at birth can predict their future emotional and social development. The study discovered a link between the strength of the uncinate fasciculus, a white matter tract involved in emotional regulation, and emotion moderation skills in preschoolers.
SourceSociety for Neuroscience·JournaleNeuro·DateAug 9, 2021
A new Rutgers study suggests that food companies use the terms "cell-based" or "cell-cultured" when labeling seafood products made from fish cells. The study found that both terms meet FDA regulations and help consumers understand the production process, while also recognizing potential allergens.
SourceRutgers University·JournalJournal of Food Science·DateAug 9, 2021
A study found that older adults are more likely to misperceive black children as angry, regardless of their actual age. In contrast, white children are less frequently misjudged in this way.
SourceNorth Carolina State University·JournalCognition & Emotion·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 4, 2021
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A study published by the American Psychological Association found that individuals are more forgiving towards loved ones who misbehave, but this leniency comes at a cost. Participants reported feeling more shame and guilt when someone close to them committed an unethical act, while also feeling less anger and contempt towards family me...
SourceAmerican Psychological Association·JournalJournal of Personality and Social Psychology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 29, 2021
The study explores how adult women experience acne's influence on their lives, finding it affects self-esteem and relationships. Adult women describe the negative emotional impacts of acne on their daily lives.
A study by UC Riverside researchers found that street-based sex workers invest considerable emotional effort into maintaining loyal customers. They use relational work activities such as friendly service, flexible payments, and scheduling to retain clients. This approach helps them avoid potentially violent or abusive clients and provi...
SourceUniversity of California - Riverside·JournalWork Employment and Society·TypeSurvey·DateJul 27, 2021
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A new study found that 28.4% of adults with a history of suicide attempts are psychologically flourishing, achieving excellent mental health with factors like social support, higher income, and absence of chronic pain contributing to their well-being
SourceUniversity of Toronto·JournalArchives of Suicide Research·TypeSurvey·DateJul 27, 2021
A new study found that people with chronic pain have lower levels of GABA, a neurotransmitter that helps regulate emotions, leading to increased negative emotions and impaired emotional regulation. The researchers hope their online emotional recovery program may provide a non-pharmaceutical solution for those affected.
SourceUniversity of New South Wales·JournalEuropean Journal of Pain·TypeObservational study·DateJul 26, 2021
A new study by University of Colorado Boulder researchers found that political anger can lead to more anger in ordinary citizens. The study discovered that when people read about an enraged politician from their own party, they were more likely to report feeling mad themselves and get involved in politics. On the other hand, moderate v...
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalPolitical Research Quarterly·DateJul 19, 2021
Researchers outline a four-stage process to facilitate pleasurable social atmospheres, including preparation, activation, unification, and memory storage. The study highlights the importance of cooperation between firms and consumers in creating successful social atmospheres.
SourceAmerican Marketing Association·JournalJournal of Marketing·DateJul 13, 2021
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A new UBC Sauder School of Business study shows that employees' perceptions of their supervisor's motivations significantly influence their emotional responses, leading to different behaviors. When subordinates believe their leaders are pushing them to improve performance, they experience guilt, which triggers more positive organizatio...
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalJournal of Applied Psychology·DateJul 8, 2021
LGBTQ youth experience daily stressors related to their multiple stigmatized identities, leading to greater negative emotions and associated mental health issues. The study found that minority stressors are associated with higher levels of negative affect on days when participants experienced more stressors.
SourceAmerican University·JournalJournal of Counseling Psychology·DateJun 25, 2021
A study examines how teenagers respond emotionally to exposure to online and media-based vicarious racism. The research highlights the development of effective coping strategies to mitigate negative emotions associated with witnessing racist incidents through media. By exploring these responses, healthcare professionals can better supp...
SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJun 15, 2021
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Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University developed a model that enables drones to capture videos evoking specific emotions, such as excitement or calmness, through camera angles and flight paths.
A new study found that autistic individuals have difficulty recognizing angry facial expressions produced at a normal 'real-world' speed, while those with alexithymia perceive all expressions as more intensely emotional. The researchers suggest that recognizing anger is a specific challenge for autism.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalJournal of Autism and Developmental Disorders·DateJun 2, 2021
Researchers discovered a surprising paradox: as emotional expressions increase in intensity, they become more ambiguous to infer meaning from, with maximal intensity leading to decreased legibility. This challenges prevailing theories of emotion and opens new avenues for understanding affective experience and communication.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalScientific Reports·DateJun 2, 2021
Researchers analyzed US adult survey data from 2008-2016 to understand mass shooting emotional impact. They found a short-lived emotional response in days following a mass shooting, restricted to local residents.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 31, 2021
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Researchers found that direct compensation for posting written reviews increases positive emotion, but may lead to overly glowing reviews that don't accurately reflect the experience. In experiments, incentives increased review positivity by 55%, but had unforeseen negative consequences for consumers.
SourceCornell University·JournalJournal of Marketing Research·DateMay 25, 2021
Research suggests that parents with a history of childhood trauma may struggle with emotion regulation, which can harm their children's emotional development. The study found that boys are more vulnerable to emotional regulation difficulties when their parents also struggled with emotion regulation.
SourceUniversity of Georgia·JournalJournal of Psychopathology and Behavioral Assessment·DateMay 25, 2021
Researchers found that storytelling significantly increased oxytocin levels and decreased cortisol and pain levels in hospitalized children. The study showed a positive effect on emotional well-being and found higher positive emotions following the storytelling intervention compared to the riddle game.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateMay 24, 2021
A survey study of 25,305 adolescents from eight countries found that experiencing one's own competence and feeling connected to others were linked to positive emotion, self-motivation to learn, and pro-learning behaviors. The findings support self-determination theory and inform the design of distance education programs.
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