positivity effect
The 'positivity effect' highlights a psychological trend where individuals, especially older adults, tend to focus more on positive experiences and information.
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Definition
C1Psychology
(academic, cognitive)The tendency of individuals, particularly older adults, to focus more on positive information and experiences.
Example
- Due to the positivity effect, she tends to remember happy moments from her past more vividly than the sad ones.
- The positivity effect can help improve emotional well-being in older adults.
C2Cognitive Science
(technical, research)A shift in cognitive processing where older adults show a preference for positive over negative stimuli in attention and memory.
Example
- Researchers have observed the positivity effect in studies of memory and aging.
- The positivity effect suggests that older adults may prioritize positive experiences in their daily lives.
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