What makes us impulsive? Why do we find it so easy to say “yes,” when we know that “no” would be better for us in the long run? A recent study in rodents explores the neural mechanisms behind ...

Tegan was always impulsive. As a child, she loved adrenaline-like activities and literally would swing in the trees, just like she was in gym class, swinging on the parallel bars. Numerous trips to ...

Researchers found a link between deprivation in childhood and impulsive behavior -- leading to addictions later in life. The findings, which are a culmination of six years of research, also found a ...

GULFPORT, MS, UNITED STATES, January 14, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Managing impulse control is a critical aspect of addressing the challenges associated with ...

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Behavioral economics has identified many psychological quirks and problems that negatively impact individuals’ decisions. Two of the most basic tendencies that may lead to undesirable outcomes are ...

The theory of types of borderline personality disorder (BPD) is controversial. There is some debate over whether there are various types and what those types may be. BPD is a mental health condition ...