When we learn a new skill, our brain forms new connections between the neurons. The more we do the new skill, the stronger ...

Some people seem to change plans, switch tasks, or adapt to surprises almost instantly, while others need a beat to catch up.

1. Reduce friction. Make the desired behavior easier than the old one. Adjust meeting practices, deadlines, and norms to support new routines. 2. Shape environments. When the cues around people ...

This is the first story in a series featuring Duke experts on issues of neurodiversity. Research into how climate change and air pollution affect the developing brain has grown exponentially in recent ...