Stories by Heather Lench

Heather Lench is a professor of psychological and brain sciences at Texas A&M University.

PsychologyFebruary 21, 2024

Anger Can Help You Meet Your Goals

This emotion can push people to overcome obstacles, though results are best when people keep their long-term aims in mind

Heather Lench

4x sad 1x happy face illustration on cardboard on blue background

NeuroscienceFebruary 14, 2024

Valentine’s Day Got You Blue? There’s an Upside

Unpleasant emotions like sadness and anger can feel overwhelming, but recent research suggests they can trigger behaviors that lead to something better

Heather Lench, The Conversation US