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.
A new study reveals mindfulness can act as a buffer against the pain and distress of social rejection.
A new neuroimaging study finds the placebo effect can help to lessen the impact of the emotional pain from romantic rejection.
According to a new study, activation of the insula is reduced in young marijuana users when they face social exclusion.
New research finds the pain of social rejection might not prompt the same brain response as physical pain, as previously thought.