One potential underlying cause of symptoms in individuals with depression is an emotion- processing bias which causes them to have a stronger response to negative information more so than positive.

People are often taught to suppress their emotions and get over it. Emotions don’t just disappear. Unexpressed feelings shape ...

Many of us grow up learning to suppress our feelings instead of understanding them. We're taught to "toughen up" or to prioritize productivity or practicality over emotional well-being. But the truth ...

The mental health of our society is far from ideal. Rates of stress, depression, and anxiety are increasing. The data on college students is especially troubling. There are likely many reasons for ...

Are you a social savant who easily reads people's emotions? Or are you someone who leaves an interaction with an unclear understanding of another person's emotional state? New UC Berkeley research ...

Understanding emotional intelligence can be a game-changer in how you connect with others and navigate your own feelings. While you might imagine that being emotionally intelligent means you're always ...

Happiness plays a central role in shaping how consumers interact with products. It influences satisfaction, repeat engagement ...

Emotional burnout is something you might not even realize you’re experiencing until you’re in the thick of it. It’s that overwhelming feeling when your emotional tank is bone dry, and it feels like ...

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