A University of California, Davis, study reveals that adolescent girls prone to rumination display distinct brain activity during social rejection, as observed through functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). Involving 116 girls aged 16 to 19, the study found increased brain activity in self-concept and emotional areas when these girls faced rejection. These findings are significant as they underline the need to address rumination in adolescence to avert long-term mental health problems. The study suggests that girls who ruminate internalize negative feedback deeply, impacting their self-concept. The research analyzed data collected from 2012 to 2014 in 2023 and highlights the potential for targeted interventions to help girls reframe negative experiences and improve coping mechanisms.
Reference: Nikos K. Rumination Alters Brain’s Response to Social Rejection. Neuroscience News. Updated January 23, 2024. Accessed January 30, 2024. https://neurosciencenews.com/rumination-social-rejection-25514/
Link: https://neurosciencenews.com/rumination-social-rejection-25514/
