Positive emotions experienced by one romantic partner were linked to lower cortisol levels, a key stress hormone, in the other partner. The connection between a partner’s positivity and cortisol was especially strong in couples with higher relationship satisfaction and among older participants.
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Partner’s positive mood linked to reduced cortisol levels in older couples
Partners’ positive emotions are associated with lower cortisol levels in older adults, especially in satisfying relationships. The findings highlight potential links between emotional connection and stress regulation.
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Lonely people show greater mood instability, especially with positive emotions. Lonely people may struggle to sustain positive feelings over time. A pleasant event might lift their mood temporarily, but the benefits could fade more quickly compared to those who feel more socially connected. 😊💔
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Lonely individuals show greater mood instability, especially with positive emotions, study finds
New findings suggest that loneliness is tied to less stable emotional states, especially in the realm of positive feelings. Published in Cognition and Emotion, the study points to challenges lonely individuals may face in sustaining good moods.