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Good timing: Study unravels how our brains track time

Ever hear the old adage that time flies when you’re having fun? A new study suggests that there’s a lot of truth to the trope. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in […]

Published on July 20, 2024

Key Emotion Drives Teens to Scroll Through Instagram

Boredom is the key emotion behind most teens’ use of Instagram, a new study says. Teens open the app because they’re bored, then sift through its contents looking for interesting bits to relieve their boredom, researchers report. Then, bored by slogging through the site’s… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, […]

Published on July 19, 2024

Does the type of workstation you use make a difference in your health and productivity?

Although devices such as standing desks have been found to alleviate physical symptoms and increase worker productivity, questions remain regarding the best use of the primary types of workstations — stand-biased, sit-stand or traditional — for increasing workers’ physical activity and preventing health problems. To answer these questions, researchers measured the computer usage and activity […]

Published on July 19, 2024