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Wishful thinking is rewarded

The reward system in the brain affects our judgements. 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 pioneering Self-Enhancement Science for the Success of Society. With a keen interest in exploring the untapped […]

Published on October 22, 2018

When you are unhappy in a relationship, why do you stay? The answer may surprise you

Why do people stay in unsatisfying romantic relationships? A new study suggests it may be because they view leaving as bad for their partner. The study, being published in the November 2018 issue of the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, explored the possibility that people deciding whether to end a relationship consider not only […]

Published on October 22, 2018

Would you zap your brain to improve your memory?

Individuals were more willing to use a hypothetical brain stimulation device on others than on themselves, specifically to improve ‘core functions,’ like kindness and self-confidence. 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 October 22, 2018