Two studies conducted in Israel have found that individuals with major depressive disorder are more inclined to distract themselves from positive emotions in response to pleasant stimuli, compared to healthy individuals. This behavior effectively reduces the duration of their pleasant emotional experiences. The research was published in the Journal of Psychopathology and Clinical Science. Depression or major depressive disorder (MDD) is a serious mental health condition characterized by persistent and intense feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and a lack of interest or pleasure in activities. …