Modern office workers are expected to multitask regularly, often juggling multiple projects and priorities over the course of a day. Studies have shown that the typical employee in an office environment is interrupted up to six times per hour, but how does that impact the finished product? New research published in Human Factors evaluates how ongoing interruptions can negatively affect the quality of work. 

People with more education are more likely to be nearsighted.

Study by UCSB economist finds that individuals who demonstrate both qualities achieve greatest success in the workplace 

Study by UCSB economist finds that individuals who demonstrate both qualities achieve greatest success in the workplace 

A new study shows the public’s understanding of scientific topics varies by socioeconomic group.

Nonhuman primates preferred African, Indian tunes over strong beats typical of Western music

Deliberate practice may not have nearly as much influence in building expertise as we thought, according toresearch published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science.

U. Illinois/Penn study sheds light on activity levels based on one’s attitude disposition

Procrastination and impulsivity are genetically linked, suggesting that the two traits stem from similar evolutionary origins, according to research published in Psychological Science, a journal of the Association for Psychological Science. The research indicates that the traits are related to our ability to successfully pursue and juggle goals.

Being in a group makes some people lose touch with their personal moral beliefs, researchers find.

Working on emotional intelligence skills  can open the door to achievement.

New Concordia research points to surprising evidence about how we select our mates