APS
29th APS Annual Convention · 2017
Global Vs. Local Processing: A Shift in Cognitive Processing Associated with Serenity
- Maria Parmley
Assumption University - Fang Zhang
Assumption University - Anna doCurral
Assumption College - Michael Visconti
Assumption College - Thach Nguyen
Assumption College
Abstract
The present study tested whether there is a change in cognitive processing with the experience of serenity. Consistent with our hypothesis, serenity (specifically the Inner Haven component) is associated with greater global processing. Serenity, like other low arousal emotions, appears to broaden the cognitive scope and increase global processing.
Perception