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Imagine you’re at a carnival playing a game of chance. At first, you don’t know your status; you’re behind a veil of ignorance. When it’s time to distribute rewards, you vote for inequality favoring the top positions. But as soon as the veil is lifted and your status is randomly assigned, self-interest kicks in. If […]
Imagine a game that not only entertains you, but also assesses your cognitive abilities. Skill Lab, a groundbreaking game-based tool, accomplishes just that. By combining six mini-games and 14 established cognitive tasks, Skill Lab provides an engaging narrative while simultaneously evaluating a wide range of cognitive skills. The beauty of Skill Lab lies in its […]
A new study has used brain imaging to uncover distinct patterns of neural activation in different aspects of inhibitory control across different age groups. Think of inhibitory control like a superhero power that helps us regulate our impulses and make sound decisions. The researchers found that as we age, the brain’s activation patterns in these […]
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