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Thuy-Vy T Nguyen¹, Richard M Ryan^1,2, Edward L Deci^1,2,3

¹1 University of Rochester, NY, USA.

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Solitude generally reduces intense positive and negative emotions. However, this effect is moderated by factors like active choice and engagement in positive thinking, which can preserve positive affect.

Keywords:

affect choice motivation self-regulation solitude

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Affective Science

Background:

Solitude's impact on emotional experiences is complex and not fully understood.
Previous research has not comprehensively examined the moderating factors of solitude's affective effects.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate the deactivation effect of solitude on affective experiences.
To explore how factors such as social presence, activity engagement, and cognitive focus moderate the effects of solitude.

Main Methods:

Four studies were conducted to examine the effects of solitude under various conditions.
Methods included comparing affective experiences when individuals were alone versus with others, engaged in activities, or actively choosing their thoughts.

Main Results:

Solitude generally decreases high-arousal positive and negative affect.
This deactivation effect was observed when individuals were alone, irrespective of activity engagement.
High-arousal positive affect was maintained when individuals actively engaged in positive thinking or made choices about their thoughts.
Solitude, particularly when actively chosen, was associated with relaxation and reduced stress.

Conclusions:

Solitude typically has a deactivating effect on intense emotions.
The impact of solitude on affect is nuanced and influenced by individual agency and cognitive engagement.
Understanding these moderators is crucial for comprehending people's experiences during solitude.