A common belief is that compulsive behaviors trap people in a “habit loop” that takes over self-control. New research, however, suggests this explanation may be incomplete. For many years, compulsive ...

A habit loop is a repetitive pattern that helps your brain create habits. Habit loops are what drive you to consistently wash ...

Nearly half of our daily activities are performed out of habit, occurring with minimal conscious thought. These automated behavioral patterns, ranging from morning routines to evening scrolling, ...

Tampa (BLOOM) – Habits are an integral part of our lives. They shape our daily routines, our behaviors, and even our thoughts. While some habits are positive and help us achieve our goals, others can ...

You can disrupt routines you don't like—if you spot them. My cat Mira likes to do the same things at the same time, every day. At some point I put my hand under the bathroom door while brushing my ...

Compulsive behaviours may not involve a "habit loop" that overrides self-control, but may instead involve inflammation in a brain region known to be important for choosing actions, according to a ...