The study, published in the journal Neuropsychopharmacology, looked at rats and tested whether inducing inflammation in the ...

A recent study in rats suggests that compulsive behaviors, such as handwashing and gambling, may be driven by inflammation in the brain rather than habit loops. Researchers found that ...

Nearly half of our daily activities are performed out of habit, occurring with minimal conscious thought. These automated behavioral patterns, ranging from morning routines to evening scrolling, ...

We’ve all had a month and change to set our New Year’s resolutions in motion…and I’m here to check in and see how it’s going.

Top behavioral economists and health experts reveal the specific spending shifts that do more than save pennies—they actually ...

Have you ever tried to break a bad habit, only to give up in frustration? The problem isn’t that you’re weak or that the bad habit is too ingrained; in all likelihood, you just gave up too soon.

In my last post, I shared my thoughts on a book I was reading, “The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business,” by Charles Duhigg. The book examined the concept of a three-step habit ...

Fortunately, by changing your habit loop, you can more easily solidify the new behavior, which will make it much more difficult for you to return to the old habit. 3. Use Small Steps Using small steps ...

Have you ever struggled to stick with a new habit? You’re not alone. Whether hitting the gym, learning a new language, or reading daily, forming new habits can feel like an uphill battle. But what if ...

Dr. Bethany Cook, PsyD, MT-BC, is a licensed clinical psychologist and author of For What It’s Worth: A Perspective on How to Thrive and Survive Parenting. She's a sought after therapist and quoted ...