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·May 25, 2025·5 min read

Boredom Is Good for You: Why Embracing It Calms the Brain

Boredom, often seen as a negative state to avoid, may actually serve an important role in emotional regulation and brain health. When we're bored, the brain shifts away from external attention networks and activates introspective systems like the default mode network, encouraging creativity and self-reflection.

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·September 25, 2024·5 min read

Stress Fuels Impulsive Behavior in Response to Boredom

Research shows a strong link between impulsivity, boredom, and stress, with highly impulsive individuals reacting more to boredom by releasing more of the stress hormone cortisol. This physiological response explains why impulsive people are more prone to making rash decisions when bored.

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·August 19, 2024·4 min read

Digital Swiping Increases Boredom, Reduces Video Enjoyment

Swiping through online videos to alleviate boredom may actually make people more bored and less satisfied with the content, according to new research. The study found that switching between short video snippets or fast-forwarding through them leaves viewers feeling less engaged and more restless. Participants reported greater satisfaction and meaningful engagement when they watched a single video without interruptions. The findings suggest that to enhance enjoyment, viewers should minimize digital switching and focus on fully engaging with the content.

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·October 30, 2023·3 min read

Virtual Meeting Fatigue Driven by Boredom and Mental Underload

New findings challenge the notion that fatigue from virtual meetings stems from mental overload. Instead, the research indicates that sleepiness during such meetings is linked to mental underload and boredom, especially among those less engaged in their work.

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·October 6, 2022·5 min read

Boost Your Brain With Boredom

Boredom can stimulate creativity and improve problem-solving, all while giving the brain a much-needed rest.

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·June 6, 2022·5 min read

For NFT Collectors, There’s a Fine Line Between Buzz and Boredom

Researchers say that when it comes to NFT collecting, a focus on rarity can become self-defeating. To sustain value, the study suggests designers should make sure people don't only see the rarest items in any given category.

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·June 8, 2021·7 min read

Overcoming Procrastination

Researchers reveal how you can overcome procrastination and regain motivation.

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·March 30, 2021·4 min read

Pandemic Stress and Boredom Linked to Increase Cigarette Use

Stress, boredom, and more free time may account for the rise in cigarette consumption in smokers during the COVID pandemic.

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·March 6, 2021·5 min read

Why We’re So Bad at Daydreaming, and How to Fix It

When people were presented with a list of scenarios that were meaningful or enjoyable, they enjoyed thinking 50% more than when they were instructed to think about whatever they wanted.

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·August 30, 2020·2 min read

Let Your Brain Rest: Boredom Can Be Good For Your Health

From inspiring creativity to promoting overall brain health, researchers say it's important to embrace boredom from time to time.

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·July 8, 2019·5 min read

Looking at how the brain reacts to boredom could help people cope

Brain activity differs in those more prone to boredom than those who aren't. Findings reveal those who experience boredom more frequently have an increased risk of anxiety and depression.

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·September 29, 2017·3 min read

Why Do We Fall Asleep When We’re Bored?

According to researchers, the nucleus accumbens, an area of the brain associated with pleasure and motivation, can also promote sleep. Researchers believe the findings might help answer why we often fall asleep when we are bored.

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boredom

Boredom Is Good for You: Why Embracing It Calms the Brain

Stress Fuels Impulsive Behavior in Response to Boredom

Digital Swiping Increases Boredom, Reduces Video Enjoyment

Virtual Meeting Fatigue Driven by Boredom and Mental Underload

Boost Your Brain With Boredom

For NFT Collectors, There’s a Fine Line Between Buzz and Boredom

Overcoming Procrastination

Pandemic Stress and Boredom Linked to Increase Cigarette Use

Why We’re So Bad at Daydreaming, and How to Fix It

Let Your Brain Rest: Boredom Can Be Good For Your Health

Looking at how the brain reacts to boredom could help people cope

Why Do We Fall Asleep When We’re Bored?

Smarter Minds Predict Better: IQ Linked to Sharper Life Forecasting

Brain Structure Differences Linked to Antisocial Traits in Psychopathy

Short Naps Linked to “Aha” Moments and Creative Insight

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