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"Identification of Brain Area Linked to Attention Control"

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Neuroscience News

A study conducted at the University of Iowa has found that deep brain stimulation (DBS) in the subthalamic nucleus, used to treat Parkinson's disease, may impact patients' ability to shift attention between tasks. While DBS effectively controls motor symptoms, it may impede the brain's ability to redirect thoughts and attention, potentially explaining cognitive and behavioral side effects experienced by some patients. The research suggests that the subthalamic nucleus plays a crucial role in both motor and non-motor systems, including thought and attention management.

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"The Digital Age: Fueling Our Innate Cravings for Novelty"

Originally Published 2 years ago — by Neuroscience News

A recent study suggests that our innate craving for novelty, combined with the ease of access to new digital information, has amplified our compulsive "checking habits" and susceptibility to digital distractions. The research argues that the blame for our tech-driven distractions should be shifted from information overload to our minds' preference for novelty. The solution lies in constraining our digital interactions and creating friction in our digital environments to counteract our susceptibility to distractions.

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