Emotional Spillover: How Your Brain Stops a Bad Day from Making You Hate Everyone
A new study shows how our brains prevent “emotional spillover” from biasing our first impressions of new people. Read More
Articles by Summer Allen
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What Awe Looks Like in the Brain
A new study sheds light on how our brains respond to awe-inspiring nature. Read More
Gratitude
How Thinking About the Future Makes Life More Meaningful
Research suggests that thinking about the future—a process known as prospection—can help us lead more generous and fulfilled lives. Read More
Gratitude
Eight Ways Awe Boosts Your Well-Being
Research suggests that awe can make you happier, healthier, more humble, and more connected to the people around you. Read More
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How Your Brain Stops a Bad Day from Making You Hate Everyone
A new study shows how our brains prevent “emotional spillover” from biasing our first impressions of new people. Read More
Kids & Teens
What Happens in a Child’s Brain When They Learn to Empathize?
A new study explores what brain changes happen when children start understanding that other people may have different thoughts, beliefs, or perspectives. Read More
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How Happy Brains Respond to Negative Things
Recent research provides a whole new understanding of the brain's amygdala—and suggests that happy people take the bad with the good. Read More
