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Exploring the Mysteries of Decision Acuity and Its Impact on Mental Health
Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Function

Decision Acuity and Its Impact on Mental Health

Moutoussis et al. (2021) introduce “decision acuity” as a measurable cognitive construct distinct from intelligence quotient (IQ). Their research investigates how decision acuity relates to mental health, social functioning, and brain connectivity, offering new insights into the interplay between cognition and psychopathology. Background Decision-making has long been recognized as a …

The Link Between Dysphoria and Memory
Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Function

The Link Between Dysphoria and Memory

Hubbard et al. (2015) examined the relationship between dysphoria and working memory (WM) capacity, focusing on how depressive thoughts influence cognitive performance. Their findings provide important insights into how mood-congruent processing may interfere with goal-oriented tasks, highlighting potential reasons for memory and concentration difficulties often reported by individuals with depressive …