Ever wonder why starting feels harder than finishing? Brain research shows stress can quietly block motivation before action ...

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

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

You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. Whether it’s talking to colleagues, reading the latest research or visiting a teaching and learning ...

As people grow older, the desire to learn and engage in daily activities often dwindles. That phenomenon, which Psychology Benefits Society said psychologists refer to as anhedonia, could appear when ...

You have /5 articles left. Sign up for a free account or log in. Though they may be underprepared for college courses, most students say they’re motivated in ...

All parents wish to see their child excel in studies, but motivating kids to study regularly and with focus can feel like a tough challenge. Children, often having a short attention span, get ...

A new study from Emory University has identified a biological connection between inflammation and deficits in motivation in individuals with schizophrenia, offering new hope for treating symptoms that ...

While many factors contribute to a student’s capacity for accomplishment, naturally motivated students from higher socioeconomic backgrounds are more likely to succeed, according to a new study.