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Facial expressions: How brains process emotion

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From the California Institute of Technology press release: Have you ever thought someone was angry at you, but it turned out you were just misreading their facial expression? Caltech researchers have now discovered that one… 

Can dealing with emotional exhaustion enhance happiness?

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From the University of East Anglia press release: The study examined when and how dealing with emotional exhaustion can enhance happiness in a work environment. The research was focused on the role of perceived supervisor… 

Turning down the brain to erase fearful memories

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From the Weizmann Institute of Science press release: Erasing unwanted memories is still the stuff of science fiction, but Weizmann Institute scientists have now managed to erase one type of memory in mice. In a study… 

Emotional intelligence helps make better doctors

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From the Loyola University Health System press release: Among the qualities that go into making an excellent physician is emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize and understand emotions in yourself and others… 

Combating negative emotions with self-guided positive imagery

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From the Frontiers press release: Flashbacks of scenes from traumatic events often haunt those suffering from psychiatric conditions, such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). “The close relationship between the human imagery system and our…