Monkey experiments hint at a "motivation brake" pathway between two brain regions. Manipulating it may lead to new treatments ...

Studies conflict as to whether external rewards inhibit internal incentive, and whether they should be used for motivation.

Ever wonder why starting feels harder than finishing? Brain research shows stress can quietly block motivation before action ...

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

A pesky “motivation brake” may control when we can be bothered to do something, and when we’d rather put it off.

Most of us know the feeling: maybe it is making a difficult phone call, starting a report you fear will be criticized, or ...

Last week, my not-so-little brother celebrated his thirtieth birthday, and he proudly showed the gift he got from his girlfriend that morning — a shiny new guitar. Despite his reputation for ...

In today's fast-paced world, the realms of fitness and gaming have captured the imaginations and routines of millions. The psychological aspects that underlie these two seemingly disparate activities ...

According to data collected by the Program for International Student Assessment, or PISA, American students continue to slide down the international rankings, failing to break the top 20 ...

All swimmers want to go faster, improve their stroke efficiency, and become the best version of themselves. However, these goals are little steps toward a greater common goal: to succeed in their ...

Given evidence that antidepressants can blunt reward-related neural processes, only unmedicated individuals with remitted major depressive disorder were included to minimize potential confounding ...