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Researchers have discovered a break that could help ease a common symptom of depression. Discover more about it.

There is also a warning embedded in the findings: a brake exists for a reason. If it is weakened too much, a person might push into highly stressful situations too readily, which could increase risk ...

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

Researchers suggest that, from a clinical perspective, the findings provide mechanistic insight into motivational deficits central to psychiatric disorders.

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Source: pikselstock / AdobeStock Even the most driven, passionate people go through periods when motivation feels hard to find. You might notice yourself avoiding tasks you used to enjoy, feeling ...