"Brain Scans Reveal Impact of Assuming the Worst in Others"

A new study suggests that people with "hostile attribution bias" display unique brain activity in the ventromedial prefrontal cortex (vmPFC) when interpreting others' actions as hostile. This bias can lead to aggression, poor mental health, and difficulties in relationships. Understanding the brain mechanisms behind this bias could help develop interventions to reduce aggressive behavior and promote healthier social interactions. The study found that fostering attributional complexity could be a potential strategy to mitigate hostile attribution bias.