Negative Imaginary (NI) systems theory is an emerging branch of control theory that focuses on the frequency response characteristics of dynamical systems. At its core, the theory exploits conditions ...

Researchers have identified the neural mechanisms in the brain that regulate both positive and negative impressions of a social encounter, as well as how an imbalance between the two could lead to ...

In scientific research, controls are employed as standards. By separating the control from the samples exposed to an experimental condition, such as the introduction of an analyte, the effects of the ...

Negative thinking considers the weaknesses of human nature, the disadvantages of change, and how things can go wrong. Positive thinking considers the goodness of people, the advantages of change, and ...

Imagine that you have just experienced an involuntary break-up with a long-term companion. If you are like most people, your emotional response to the event would trigger feelings of anxiety, ...