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The Science Behind Swearing
19:07 - 21:15 (02:08)
Researchers at Keele University School of Psychology found that swearing can provide an effective short-term relief from pain, attributed to specific channels in the brain that are activated when swearing. Although helpful, it should only be used during crisis situations.
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Swearing can act as a coping mechanism for dealing with stress and pain relief in the short-term, according to studies from Keele University School of Psychology and the University of East Anglia.
19:29 - 20:40 (01:11)
Swearing
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Swearing can act as a coping mechanism for dealing with stress and pain relief in the short-term, according to studies from Keele University School of Psychology and the University of East Anglia.
ChapterThe Science Behind Swearing
EpisodeGood Bad Habits
PodcastDistractible
Swearing can have a pain suppressing effect due to its impact on certain channels in the brain, according to Bob and Mark.
20:40 - 21:15 (00:35)
Swearing/Cursing
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Swearing can have a pain suppressing effect due to its impact on certain channels in the brain, according to Bob and Mark. They discuss their thoughts on cursing and whether or not it is helpful.