Sulking from the heat? Science or myth?

BarcelonaIf you think you get angry or stressed more easily during the summer, it's not just your feeling: there's a scientific basis behind it. In fact, studies show that when the temperature is higher, violent behavior increases: American football players and video game players are more aggressive and the number ofcriminal activity. In addition, heat more easily leads to self-destructive behavior and hasty decision-makingWhy does all this happen? Redolar.

To adapt to stress, the body generates adrenaline and cortisol, which make us "more nervous and agitated," says Professor Redolar. He adds that the amygdala is "a car collides with ours, if we only had the amygdala, we would hit each other," explains the professor. And she adds: "The cortex evaluates the consequences and inhibits the amygdala, and makes us take out the insurance papers in this situation." With the heat, the cortex is less active, so it doesn't remember the cortex, so it doesn't remember the cortex is less active. Redolar.

To regulate emotions, the UOC professor recommends following the tips to avoid the heat, such as creating air currents at home or avoiding the hottest hours of the day outdoors. However, he also states that "getting out into nature regulates cortisol levels," and explains that everyone should find what relaxes them: for some it will be the beach, and for others, the mountains.