The Brainlift | Erman Misirlisoy, PhD | Substack

🧨 Why Mental Exhaustion Makes You Antisocial

New research reveals how mental fatigue impacts brain function and escalates impulsive aggression

Nov 19, 2024 • Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

⚙️ The Convoluted Mental Mechanics of Personal Responsibility

How your explanations for success and failure shape your learning and self-esteem

Sep 9 • Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

🌡️ How Your Attention Regulates Your Body’s Healing

New research suggests you should mentally tune into physical discomfort, not distract yourself from it

Aug 19 • Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

🔀 Task Switching Costs Are Worse Than You Think

Switching between tasks has costs for attention and efficiency—new research highlights when this can turn fatal

Aug 12 • Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

🐣 The Perils of Ignoring the Newcomer

New research highlights our tendency to ignore the newbie even when they clearly have the best insights

Jul 8 • Erman Misirlisoy, PhD

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