For the first time, psychologists have found that swearing may serve as an important function in relieving pain.

"I would advise people, if they hurt themselves, to swear"

There is a catch, though: "The more we swear, the less emotionally potent the words become"

Study led by Richard Stephens of Keele University in England,

Published in NeuroReport.

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First-aid basic rule: whenever you hear someone yelling «F*CK!!!», go and make sure it's worth it.