Stanford Psychology Podcast
110 REAIR SUMMER - James Gross: Building Emotion Regulation Skills During the Pandemic and Beyond
Aug 17, 2023
James Gross, Professor of Psychology at Stanford University and the director of the Stanford Psychophysiology Lab, discusses the effects of emotion regulation interventions during the pandemic. He explores the concept of reappraisal as a tool for managing emotions, the relationship between anxiety and health behaviors, and the lasting effects of brief interventions. The podcast also highlights the connection between emotions and thoughts, emphasizing the importance of understanding and regulating them.
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Quick takeaways
- Reappraisal interventions can effectively decrease negative emotions and increase positive emotions in challenging circumstances like the pandemic.
- Developing emotion regulation skills, such as reappraisal, involves recognizing patterns, evaluating their impact, and cultivating a sense of agency.
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The Study on Brief Reappraisal Interventions
The study discussed in this podcast episode focused on a multinational study of brief emotional regulation interventions during the COVID-19 pandemic. Over 20,000 participants across 87 countries were involved, and the study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of two forms of reappraisal (repurposing and reconstrual) in changing emotions. The results showed that both forms of reappraisal were effective in decreasing negative emotions and increasing positive emotions compared to control conditions. While there were no significant differences between the two types of reappraisal, the study demonstrated that reappraisal interventions could have a positive impact on emotions during challenging circumstances like the pandemic.
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