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  3. NTP faculty member, Richard Davidson’s research on the relationship between emotions and brain activation level may help us better understand the manifestation of mental disorders, such as depression.

Keeping up that positive feeling: the science of savoring emotions

Savoring a beautiful sunset and the positive emotions associated with it can contribute to improved well-being, according to research. But why and how are some people better than others in keeping the feeling alive?

Read the full article at: http://news.wisc.edu/keeping-up-that-positive-feeling-the-science-of-savoring-emotions/
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