Older people are more likely to be influenced by the impulsive financial preferences of others than their younger counterparts, according to a new study. Research led by psychologists at the ...

Behavioral economics has identified many psychological quirks and problems that negatively impact individuals’ decisions. Two of the most basic tendencies that may lead to undesirable outcomes are ...

Danny, a 43-year-old store manager, was stopped by the police for doing an illegal U-turn across a busy highway. As he explained, "Our lanes weren’t moving at all, and it was going to take forever to ...

A pioneering study from Japan meticulously maps the brain's intricate neural pathways, shedding light on how specific regions work together to control impulsive actions. By employing advanced ...

A reactive and impulsive leader can be detrimental to the success of their team and overall organization. One of the biggest stressors in the workplace is a poor leader. According to a recent Gallup ...

Impulsivity encompasses a spectrum of behaviours characterised by premature or hasty actions and choices made without adequate forethought. Neurocognitive research reveals that impulsive action ...