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This study explores how different emotional states, such as compassion and anger, influence physiological and psychological health. Involving 30 subjects trained in stress management, the research measured changes in secretory IgA levels, mood, and symptoms after a brief period of focused emotional induction. Findings indicate statistically significant effects, with emotional intensity quantified through a mood score. The results suggest that cultivating positive emotions can enhance well-being, while negative emotions may have detrimental effects.
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emotional states affect us powerfully a study in psychoneuroimmunology: • 30 subjects who had already completed a course in stress management training • 15 min rest then 5 min focus around the heart area while inducing an “emotional state” • either care and compassion towards someone or recall of angry/frustrating experiences Rein G et al The physiological and psychological effects of compassion and anger J Adv Med 1995;8:87-105
changes in S-IgA, mood & symptoms values marked with a * are all statistically significant total mood score was calculated by multiplying emotional intensity (0=very weak; 10=very strong) by the % of time during the 5 minute exercise that the emotion was felt - the mean score in a preliminary study was 510 +/- 251.
