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‘Microbreaks’ keep you more engaged on tough work days

Microbreaks seem to help tired employees bounce back from their morning fatigue and engage with their work better over the course of the day, the researchers found.


Health forums: Style of language influences credibility and trust

German psychologists investigate advice given on the internet.


Clinical trials: How to make informed consent more ethical

How can we stop harming patients with nocebo effects while respecting their autonomy?
 
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