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Why forgiving yourself is harder than it sounds

A new study from Flinders University explores why self-forgiveness can be difficult for some, even when it may benefit mental health. Researchers found that people who struggled to forgive themselves often replayed the moment, felt stuck in the past, and experienced intense emotions like guilt and regret.

SourceFlinders University·JournalSelf and Identity·TypeSurvey·DateAug 6, 2025

Inside job: Finding exposes unexpected killer of immune cells lacking self marker

Dendritic cells have been found to directly kill T cells lacking CD47, providing a new insight into the immune system's ability to distinguish self from non-self. This discovery has potential implications for cancer treatment and raises questions about the therapeutic application of this novel mechanism.

SourceKobe University·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeExperimental study·DateAug 7, 2023