USC researchers find unique neural activity for complex emotions like bittersweetness in amygdala and nucleus accumbens.
USC researchers have discovered that brains exhibit distinct neural activity when experiencing complex emotions, such as bittersweetness. Mixed feelings elicited unique neural activity in the amygdala and nucleus accumbens areas of the brain, different from pure positive or negative emotions. This groundbreaking research provides practical implications for further psychological research and could guide animators in creating realistic portrayals of mixed emotions in film.
June 13, 2024
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