Ultimately, this could help direct scientists and clinicians toward prevention and treatment options that make the most sense for social pain. (sciencedaily.com)
The results of the new study are important because they could help understand how social pain can be measured objectively, and how the brain creates these uniquely distressing experiences. (sciencedaily.com)
As a result, participants experienced social exclusion and social pain as less stressful. (sciencedaily.com)