A surprise drop in the unemployment rate in December is likely to keep the Federal Reserve on course to take a breather from ...

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Scientists have uncovered a way to manipulate the pathway in monkey brains that puts the brakes on motivation.

“We were able to causally link a specific brain pathway to a ‘brake’ on motivation when individuals face unpleasant tasks in ...

A new study suggests that common medications prescribed to help manage ADHD, such as Adderall and Ritalin, may work ...

A new study suggests that common medications prescribed to help manage ADHD, such as Adderall and Ritalin, may work ...

Apple’s annual Ring in the New Year limited-edition Activity challenge for Apple Watch users is back, and the 2026 edition ...

New research shows how hobbies and leisure activities can improve creativity, meaning, and motivation at work.

The psychology behind making your New Year health and fitness resolutions stick has been revealed by phycologist Dr Tara ...

New research suggests that exercise difficulty isn’t just about muscles or fitness, it’s about perception. By subtly altering ...

Once an active nurse working 12-hour shifts Jackie Griffiths-James was eventually forced to leave full-time employment ...