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Emotions have big benefits for our immune system, scientists say

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Studies by emotions scientists have found that feelings such as laughter, curiosity, amusement and awe have big health benefits on our immune system. From reduced inflammation, and pain relief to increased levels of dopamine, there are tangible benefits behind these emotions.

Emotion scientists (Affective science is the scientific study of emotion or affect, which includes the study of emotion elicitation, emotional experience, and the recognition of emotions in others), say these feelings carry big benefits as they inspire us to explore places like the ocean, while improving memory and immune functions.

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