Medical Xpress

Emotion, not just action, helps brain define, divide events

In the 2001 film "Tortilla Soup," an argument between three sisters culminates in one smashing a plate on the kitchen floor. The abrupt, surprising action is an example of what psychology scholars ...

Why do wedding rings go on the fourth finger? It is linked with an ancient symbolism

Ancient beliefs about a vein connecting the fourth finger to the heart inspired this tradition. Practical reasons also made ...

Psychology says people who make playlists for specific moods aren’t just being organized, they may be regulating their emotions without realizing it

Curated music playlists are more than just mood boosters; they are sophisticated tools for emotion regulation. Psychology ...

Psychology says the people who seem calmest in a crisis aren’t untouched by emotion: Research suggests they regulate it first and process it later

Exhibiting tranquility during emergencies isn't synonymous with feeling less anxious; it's about managing emotions ...
Psychology Today

Why Emotion Regulation Is Often Misunderstood

It’s one of the most common pieces of advice in therapy, self-help, and everyday life. We’re told to manage feelings, reframe thoughts, stay calm, and cope better. But modern affective science ...