Those in a negative mind state were found to exercise superior thinking and communication skills, according to scientists at the University of New South Wales school of psychology. By contrast, people in a happier mood showed poorer judgment and critical thinking skills, the researchers write in an upcoming issue of the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology.

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"[This research] shows that our recollection of past events are more likely to be contaminated by irrelevant information when we are in a positive mood," study author Joseph Forgas said in a statement.

The finding makes sense in evolutionary terms, he continued, noting that "animals that are wary of their environment are more likely to perceive threats to their survival. By contrast, good moods signal a benign, non-threatening environment where we don't need to be so vigilant." – (HealthDayNews)
 

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