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Memories form ‘barrier’ to letting go of objects for people who hoard

Researchers hope that the findings could help develop new ways to train people with hoarding difficulties to discard clutter. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the Success […]

Published on June 19, 2019

How arousal impacts physiological synchrony in relationships

A team of researchers has examined what type of social interaction is required for people to display physiological synchrony — mutual changes in autonomic nervous system activity. The study also looked at whether the levels of autonomic arousal people share predicts affiliation and friendship interest between people. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on June 19, 2019

Your nose knows when it comes to stronger memories

Memories are stronger when the original experiences are accompanied by unpleasant odors, a team of researchers has found. The study broadens our understanding of what can drive Pavlovian responses and points to how negative experiences influence our ability to recall past events. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is […]

Published on June 19, 2019