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In a new paper published in Current Biology, researchers describe a circuit in the brains of macaque monkeys that appears to ...

There is also a warning embedded in the findings: a brake exists for a reason. If it is weakened too much, a person might push into highly stressful situations too readily, which could increase risk ...

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You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. Though they may be underprepared for college courses, most students say they’re motivated in ...

As people grow older, the desire to learn and engage in daily activities often dwindles. That phenomenon, which Psychology Benefits Society said psychologists refer to as anhedonia, could appear when ...

All parents wish to see their child excel in studies, but motivating kids to study regularly and with focus can feel like a tough challenge. Children, often having a short attention span, get ...

While many factors contribute to a student’s capacity for accomplishment, naturally motivated students from higher socioeconomic backgrounds are more likely to succeed, according to a new study.