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brain imaging

study of the anatomy or activity of the brain through the intact skull by noninvasive computerized techniques, such as magnetic resonance imaging, computed tomography, and positron emission tomography. See also nuclear imaging.

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May 5th 2024

bad is stronger than good

bad is stronger than good

the tendency for negative events, information, or feedback to have significantly more impact or influence on emotions, thoughts, or behavior than an equivalent positive event, information, or feedback. See positive–negative asymmetry; trait negativity bias.