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Affect labeling reduces amygdala activation by 30-50%:

Affect labeling reduces amygdala activation by 30-50%: Lieberman et al. (2007) fMRI research showed that putting feelings into words significantly reduces limbic system reactivity

Why This Is Evidence

Lieberman et al. (2007) affect labeling neuroimaging.

Source Lessons

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Labeling emotions reduces their intensity

The act of naming an emotion engages the prefrontal cortex which modulates the amygdala.

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