Starting hard tasks isn't laziness – it's your brain pumping the brakes

If you've ever wondered why you procrastinate when it comes to doing your taxes early or getting started on mundane admin jobs at work, you'll be pleased to know it's not just because you dislike them. New research has uncovered a specific pathway in the brain that slams the brakes on investing energy in these tasks, making them harder to get done.Continue ReadingCategory: Mental Health, Brain Health, Body and MindTags: Kyoto University, molecular biology, Brain, Depression, ADHD, Autism spectru...