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In people who are prone to boredom, this state can negatively affect their mental health. So, what happens in the brain when we get bored, and how can this help us find ways of dealing with ...

The bored brain may be up to something good, some scientists now think. When we feel bored, our prefrontal cortex—the area in the brain associated with consolidating memories, processing ...

Try Doodling To Keep The Brain On Task "Yes, I am paying attention" Everyone from presidents to rock stars to students has at some point doodled when the mind wanders. A new study says doodles can ...

Neuroscientists insist that boredom is good medicine for your brain. Being bored actually amps up your creativity, task engagement and job productivity.

Being bored means wanting to be engaged when you can’t. It’s our brain telling us to take action, much like pain is an important signal for danger or harm.

We've all been there: bored in class, bored at work, bored in standstill traffic. But why do we find boredom so unbearable? Hidden Brain investigates – hopefully, without boring you.

Boston: Scientists are developing a headband that can read brain activity and connect with a computer to determine whether the wearer is bored, fatigued, or sharp. Computer scientist Robert Jacob ...

Being bored may be the answer to how your brain rests. Neuroscientists have discovered that occasional boredom can actually boost creativity, productivity, and focus.

Here’s why being bored can be a good thing for your mind, ... You’re bound to get bored — and your brain, mood and work performance just might improve. More Must-Reads from TIME.