Gossip
http://www.ahram.org.eg/weekly/2002/614/pe2.htm
Though it is difficult to draw the line between normal conversation and gossip sometimes, this article seems to assume gossip is any talking about someone else, positive or negative. It argues that gossip is good for people and society in general, transmitting social norms and increasing good brain chemicals, among other things. But it does acknowledge the ugly side of gossip, which we are best to avoid. Do you feel bad about mentioning other's misfortunes or mistakes? Perhaps talking about others often does more good than harm...
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