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·February 14, 2020·4 min read

Acetaminophen and forgiveness may alleviate emotional and physical pain of exclusion

For those who face social rejection, researchers believe they have found a simple antidote. The study reports combining the over-the-counter pain killer acetaminophen with a dose of forgiveness can help alleviate both the physical and emotional pain of social rejection.

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·October 18, 2017·4 min read

Gentle Touch Soothes Pain of Social Rejection

Researchers report a gentle touch from another person can help to soothe the pain of social exclusion.

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·June 1, 2017·3 min read

From a Sore Toe to a Broken Heart, Swearing Soothes Pain

A new study reveals swearing can help to alleviate both physical and social pain.

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·June 20, 2013·3 min read

Social Rejection May Not Prompt Same Response in Brain as Does Physical Pain After All

New research finds the pain of social rejection might not prompt the same brain response as physical pain, as previously thought.