Disarming darkness: Effects of ambient lighting on approach motivation and state anger among people with varying trait anger
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jenvp.2018.07.005
Abstract: Abstract The present research examined the influence of ambient lighting on approach-oriented motivation and emotion. Because darkness is associated with inactivity, the authors hypothesized that dark (vs. bright) environments would lower approach motivation. Consistent with… read more here.
Keywords: anger; lighting approach; approach motivation; approach ... See more keywords
Decentering increases approach motivation among distressed individuals
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DOI: 10.1016/j.paid.2017.07.035
Abstract: Abstract Decentering is the process of observing one's thoughts from a self-distanced (i.e. third-person) and non-judgmental perspective, and it is clinically known for its anxiolytic and anti-depressive effects. However there is only preliminary evidence relating… read more here.
Keywords: increases approach; approach motivation; trait distress; decentering increases ... See more keywords
Effects of intranasal oxytocin administration on empathy and approach motivation in women with borderline personality disorder: a randomized controlled trial
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DOI: 10.1038/s41398-019-0658-4
Abstract: Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is characterized by severe interpersonal dysfunction with problems in social cognition, empathy and social approach. Although the neuropeptide oxytocin is known to regulate complex social cognition and behavior in healthy individuals… read more here.
Keywords: empathy approach; healthy controls; approach motivation; motivation ... See more keywords
Approach motivation and loneliness: Individual differences and parasympathetic activity
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DOI: 10.1111/psyp.14036
Abstract: Abstract Loneliness, or perceived social isolation, is linked to a number of negative long‐term effects on both mental and physical health. However, how an individual responds to feeling lonely may influence their risk for later… read more here.
Keywords: approach motivation; resting parasympathetic; activity; parasympathetic activity ... See more keywords
Ultra-Processed Foods Elicit Higher Approach Motivation Than Unprocessed and Minimally Processed Foods
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DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.891546
Abstract: Background Ultra-processed foods (UPF) are becoming extensively available in the food environments. UPF are industrial formulations that are designed to maximize palatability and consumption through a combination of calorie-dense ingredients and chemical additives. UPFs are… read more here.
Keywords: ultra processed; approach motivation; unprocessed minimally; processed foods ... See more keywords