Troubling emotions, such as depression and anxiety, tend to decline as we age, whereas positive emotions remain fairly steady.

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Research has shown that as people age, they generally experience a decrease in negative emotions like depression and anxiety, while positive emotions tend to remain stable or even increase. This is often attributed to older adults' improved emotional regulation and prioritization of emotionally meaningful goals and experiences.

Troubling Emotions, Such as Depression and Anxiety, Tend to Decline