From the Washington University in St. Louis press release: A wandering, daydreaming mind can spur creativity … wait, where was I? Oh, yes, two researchers from Washington University in St. Louis and another from Pontificia…
From the University of Cambridge press release: People who work in jobs that require less physical activity — typically office and desk-based jobs — are at a lower risk of subsequent poor cognition than those…
From the San Francisco State University press release: Ever wonder how some leaders in business or politics who appear selfish, manipulative and domineering still manage to amass a following? A recent study in the Journal of…
From the Staffordshire University press release: New research from health psychologists at Staffordshire University explores why some employees feel guilty about taking their legally entitled breaks. The paper’s lead author Dr Mike Oliver explained: “The…
From the University of Kansas press release: To get on the good side of a new boss, colleague or acquaintance in a business meeting, leave your cell phone stashed in your pocket or purse. That…
From the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign press release: When work intrudes after hours in the form of pings and buzzes from smartphone alerts, it can cause spikes of stress that lead to a host…
From the RMIT University press release: Computer scientists have developed a way to measure staff comfort and concentration in flexible working spaces using artificial intelligence. While hot desking and activity-based working allow cost savings and…
From the Indiana University press release: As millions continue working from home during the pandemic or are required to report to jobs as essential employees, many have raised questions about how these work conditions impact…
From the Cornell University press release: So-called “white lies” — telling a spouse you like their sub-par cooking, or praising a friend’s unflattering haircut — serve a purpose. But they can cause problems in the…
From the University of Houston press release: From writing papers to answering emails, it’s common for office workers to juggle multiple tasks at once. But those constant interruptions can actually create sadness and fear and…