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Exhaustion at work can lead to difficulty controlling emotions, scientists say (www.theguardian.com)

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A study from the IMT School for Advanced Studies in Italy suggests that prolonged self-control can lead to mental exhaustion, resulting in more aggressive behavior.

Researchers found that participants asked to restrain their emotions during 45-minute tasks showed increased delta brain wave activity, associated with sleep, in areas related to impulse control.

In subsequent games, only 41% of these participants chose cooperative actions, compared to 86% of those who didn’t exert self-control.

However, some experts urge caution, citing the study’s modest behavioral effects and the controversy surrounding “ego depletion” theory.

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[–] Zachariah 16 points 3 days ago (2 children)

I appreciate when scientists provide evidence that supports my observations. Helps me stay sane.

[–] [email protected] 10 points 2 days ago (1 children)

Its like the opposite of gas lighting. "Hey I got peer reviewed data that says you're not crazy, the world is"

[–] Zachariah 5 points 2 days ago

That’s a great way of putting it.