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·November 21, 2025·5 min read

Brain Circuit That Forces Behavior Into “Repeat Mode” Identified

A new study has identified a specific brain circuit that can push behavior into a compulsive “repeat mode,” forcing mice to continue digging and sniffing even when rewards are available. The circuit links the nucleus accumbens to the hypothalamus and then to the lateral habenula, a region involved in processing negative experiences.

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·August 27, 2023·7 min read

From Clicks to Compulsion: Unraveling the Habit Loop of Social Media

Social media usage evolves from a conscious choice to an automatic habit, particularly among frequent users. The study reveals that 'likes' and comments increasingly matter less to habitual users, who continue posting regardless of public engagement or consequences.

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·September 13, 2018·8 min read

Regret is a Gambler’s Curse

Researchers report the orbitofrontal cortex replays aspects of past decisions, and the main driver of activity in the OFC is regret when it comes to gambling.