Most Daily Actions Run on Habit, Not Conscious Choice

Summary: New research shows that nearly two-thirds of daily behaviors are triggered by habit rather than conscious decision-making. Participants often acted automatically in familiar settings, reflecting learned associations. Almost half…

Why Are We Drawn to Events Focused on Death and Disaster?

Summary: Researchers have developed a new framework to understand why people are fascinated by events centered around themes of death, disaster, and suffering. These “dark events” include everything from historical…

Placebo Power: Patient Belief in Treatment Impacts Depression Therapy Effectiveness

Summary: A new study sheds light on the significant role of patients’ beliefs in the effectiveness of neurostimulation treatments for conditions like depression and ADHD. Analyzing five studies, the research…