Using Emotions to Navigate Life
In the Science of Affective Influences Lab (SAIL), we research how emotions affect our lives and how life affects our emotions.
Emotions affect our lives in all domains—including socially, cognitively, and physically. Emotions are a hallmark of our mental health and well-being—and the way emotions shape our lives, relationships, and well-being changes dynamically throughout the lifespan.
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We take a functionalist approach to emotions, focusing on what they do for us as we navigate the complexities of life (e.g., aging, dealing with stress, parenting, going to school, acculturation, and more).
Emotions provide information
Emotions prepare us for action
