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When Wandering Minds Are Just Fine

Neuroscience NewsJune 20, 2018

Contrary to popular belief, researchers report allowing your mind to wander in some situations does not result in failure of executive control or a dysfunctional cognitive state. People are able to strategically allow their minds to wander without impacting performance on a task.... Read More...

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Daily Dose of Violent Video Games Has No Long Term Effect on Adult Aggression

Neuroscience NewsMarch 16, 2018

A long term study finds no link between frequently playing violent video games and increased levels of aggression in adults.... Read More...

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Study Reveals Why Some People Are More Creative Than Others

Neuroscience NewsJanuary 16, 2018

Researchers turn to neuroscience to help explain why some people are more creative than others.... Read More...

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Mental Shortcuts, Not Emotion, Guide Irrational Decisions

Neuroscience NewsMarch 31, 2017

Irrational decision making may be due to a lack of mental effort rather than emotions, a new study reports.... Read More...

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Where the Brain Makes Difficult Decisions

Neuroscience NewsNovember 7, 2014

Researchers reveal the role the orbitofrontal cortex plays in executive control.... Read More...

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Reminiscing Can Help Boost Mental Performance

Neuroscience NewsOctober 23, 2014

Researchers report performance of complex mental tasks can be boosted by 'off task' mental activities, such as reminiscing.... Read More...

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