7. Tall people are happier. Here’s something to smile about: Tall individuals report more positive emotions than shorter ones, according to one study. Those with a greater stature were also less likely to report feelings of anger and sadness. And ...

Brain imaging research published in 2004 found that older individuals displayed reduced activity in their amygdala, the area of the brain associated with stress and emotional responses, when they were shown negative images. This could mean your automatic response to ...