When someone expresses their emotions, they show their passion and authentic individuality. As self-evident as it might seem, this may reflect a cultural bias, says a University of Michigan researcher ...

Previous posts in this series have considered emotional education and emotional competence, how they are based upon emotional communication during development, and how miscommunication can undermine a ...

Emotional numbing symptoms, in particular, are known to intensify this pattern of reacting sharply to negative stimuli and then shutting down emotionally. So, while it feels as though numbing is ...

The rise of emoji culture signals a significant shift in how we express emotions. These small, colorful symbols have evolved from simple digital accessories to become primary vehicles for emotional ...

Whether at a birthday party in Brazil, a funeral in Kenya, or protests in Hong Kong, humans all use variations of the same facial expressions in similar social contexts, such as smiles, frowns, ...

The basketball legend’s approach to vulnerability in relationships raises concerning questions about modern masculinity and intimacy. Shaquille O’Neal’s recent appearance on The Pivot Podcast has ...