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What is the negativity bias?
What is the negativity bias?
The tendency of humans to pay more attention to, remember, and be influenced by negative experiences compared to positive ones.
Why does the negativity bias occur?
Why does the negativity bias occur?
The negativity bias occurs due to evolutionary reasons, where the brain is wired to pay more attention to negative experiences for protection and survival purposes.
According to Rick Hanson, how does he describe the brain in relation to negative experiences?
According to Rick Hanson, how does he describe the brain in relation to negative experiences?
Rick Hanson describes the brain as being like 'Velcro for the negative'.
Give an example of how negativity bias affects learning and memory.
Give an example of how negativity bias affects learning and memory.
How does negativity bias influence decision-making?
How does negativity bias influence decision-making?
Explain how negativity bias impacts impression formation.
Explain how negativity bias impacts impression formation.
What is the definition of gratitude according to Watkins & McCurrach?
What is the definition of gratitude according to Watkins & McCurrach?
How often did the study recommend reflecting on 5 good things?
How often did the study recommend reflecting on 5 good things?
What are some emotional benefits of practicing gratitude?
What are some emotional benefits of practicing gratitude?
How does gratitude impact social relationships?
How does gratitude impact social relationships?
What cognitive biases can gratitude help reduce?
What cognitive biases can gratitude help reduce?
How does gratitude affect prosocial behavior?
How does gratitude affect prosocial behavior?
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