Research shows that delaying important tasks is often driven by how the brain processes stress and threat—not by poor time ...
Imagine a seesaw in your brain. On one side is your desire system, the network of brain areas related to seeking pleasure and reward. On the other side is your self-control system, the network of ...
Scientists are increasingly warning that the modern diet of grab-and-go snacks and heat-and-eat dinners is not just expanding ...
You probably think of willpower as whether or not you're going to reach for that second piece of pie—but according to ...
A new doctoral dissertation shows that gambling disorder is linked to brain networks involved in self-control and brain ...
Active play is an undeniably important part of a child's development. Traditional martial arts such as karate, taekwondo, and ...
As a neurosurgeon, I’ve changed brains with my hands, and I’ve learned you can change yours with your habits, attention, and daily mental practice.