Autonomic nervous system differences among emotions
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Extensive research has proven that emotions bring about corresponding changes in the autonomic nervous system (ANS). This, however, does not presuppose that every emotion corresponds to a unique ANS signature. It merely shows that some emotions may differ from others in consistent manners, as shown by higher levels of ANS arousal in negative emotions compared to those in positive emotions. Previous research attests to the difficulty inherent in such research brought about by the fleeting nature of emotions and the complex contexts in which they occur. Further research is expected to strengthen the distinctions between negative and positive emotions.
Publication Name: Psychological Science
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0956-7976
Year: 1992
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Biochemical measurements in the study of emotion
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Human biochemical reactions have a significant impact on emotions. For instance, various emotional states have commonly been attributed to basal metabolic rates, hormonal levels and other biochemical measures. Limited research, however, has not produced conclusive evidence regarding the specific role of biochemicals in the process. Available evidence, however, indicates that biochemicals depend on the actions of other compounds and other intermediate biological processes to evoke a corresponding emotional effect. Further research is encouraged.
Publication Name: Psychological Science
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0956-7976
Year: 1992
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Emotion and affective style: hemispheric substrates
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Recent research has confirmed the relationship between cerebral asymmetry and emotional expression. Electrophysiological procedures were used to make inferences about regional cortical activation patterns. Results indicated that arousal of positive emotions is associated with activation of the left frontal region, while arousal of negative emotions is associated with the right frontal region. Individual differences in baseline frontal asymmetry measures are also related with dispositional mood, reactivity, temperament and immune function.
Publication Name: Psychological Science
Subject: Psychology and mental health
ISSN: 0956-7976
Year: 1992
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