Social norms are like invisible rules that guide our choices. People often follow these norms to fit in or avoid trouble. But there's more to it. They might also help us manage our feelings, especially when things are unclear. Three studies with over 2500 people looked into this. They tested different types of uncertainty: complexity, risk, and ambiguity. The findin...
Emotions are a big deal in any relationship. But how do couples handle them together? This is what researchers want to find out. They are looking at how couples help each other feel better or worse over different periods. These periods can be short, like a few seconds, or long, like months or even years. Most studies have only looked at one or two of these periods at...
The internet and social media have made celebrities more accessible than ever. This has sparked curiosity among researchers about why so many people are drawn to them. A recent study looked into this by examining how early life experiences and emotional struggles might play a role. The study focused on a group of 837 students from various universities. It used a set...
Sleep is vital for managing emotions. When sleep is disrupted, it can lead to or worsen mental health issues. This is particularly true for borderline personality disorder (BPD), a condition characterized by intense emotional struggles. BPD is often linked with sleep problems like insomnia, nightmares, and disrupted sleep-wake cycles. However, the connection between ...
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on the mental health of young people worldwide. In Hong Kong, the situation is no different. Youth are facing a rise in negative emotions. Meanwhile, the tools to prevent these issues are falling short. This is especially true in frontline youth mental health services. The focus on loneliness among youth is also lacking in resea...
Teen violence is a big problem worldwide. It is crucial to understand what leads to this behavior. Many studies have found that two big factors are how teens interpret situations and how they handle their emotions. When teens think others are acting in a hostile way, even when they are not, it can lead to aggressive behavior. This is known as hostile attribution ...
People with higher self-esteem have a unique way of managing their emotions. They tend to use a strategy called cognitive reappraisal. This means they change how they think about a situation to feel better. On the other hand, those with lower self-esteem often use expressive suppression. This involves hiding or suppressing their emotions. But why do these differences...
First, let's talk about binge watching. It's when you sit down to watch one episode of a TV show and suddenly, hours have passed. You've watched way more than you planned. It's a common habit in today's streaming world. But did you know that being mindful can help control this habit? Mindfulness is about being aware of what's happening right now. It's about paying a...
People have long wondered how religion and spirituality influence how we handle our emotions. To truly understand this there is a need to dig deep. Recent research has looked at how religion and spirituality might shape our emotional responses. Fifteen studies from many databases were chosen to review. We start by breaking down the findings into three parts....
College students with ADHD face unique challenges. Their daily struggles can feel like a battle. Let's dive into the power of exercise to help them manage their emotions and improve their overall happiness. Regular exercise may be a game-changer. How so? Well, it can boost a student's ability to handle their emotions. Exactly how does that happen? Exerc...