Aesthetic chills or “goosebumps” are a pleasurable sensation that people experience while listening to their favorite music, watching a powerful film, or observing classic art. New research shows that it’s not just a temporary feeling; it can also have a deeper impact on our beliefs and self-image, as well as serve as a potential treatment option for depression.
Do you see your emotions as a source of strength or weakness? New research shows how maladaptive beliefs about feelings can lead to destructive patterns and poor self-regulation. Learn how to better navigate your emotional world by cultivating the right approach and mindset toward every feeling.
Rumination is the cornerstone of depression and anxiety. It’s characterized by an excessive replaying of negative thoughts and memories. A new study finds rumination activates the same brain regions as savoring, or the replaying of positive thoughts. Can depressed people learn to use their brains’ natural abilities in a more constructive way?
A new study finds that a “Science of Happiness” university course, designed to teach students a variety of happiness hacks, provides the most long-term benefits when participants stick with the tools and exercises after completion.
Discover the surprising link between conquering fears and unleashing a domino effect of self-improvement in this groundbreaking study redefining traditional understandings of behavioral therapy.
