Journalists' brains show a lower-than-average level of executive functioning, according to a new study, which means they have a below-average ability to regulate their emotions, suppress biases, solve complex problems, switch between tasks, and show creative and flexible thinking.
The study, led by Tara Swart, a neuroscientist and leadership coach, analysed 40 journalists from newspapers, magazines, broadcast, and online platforms over seven months. The participants took part in tests related to their lifestyle, health, and behaviour. It was launched in association with the London Press Club, and the objective was to determine how journalists can thrive under stress. Each subject completed a blood test, wore a heart-rate monitor for three days, kept a food and drink diary for a week, and completed a brain profile questionnaire. The results showed that journalists' brains were operating at a lower level than the average population, particularly because of dehydration and the tendency of journalists to self-medicate with alcohol, caffeine, and high-sugar foods. http://www.businessinsider.com/journalists-brains-function-at-a-lower-level-than-average-2017-5 Its really quite amusing watching people talking about the health care bill in the absolute,while it remains in the abstract.The bill is Approx 25% designed,i think most people need to take a civics class.This bill will be re-worked in the Senate,then it goes to conference where further negotiations will take place.After that if there is a consensus both houses will individually vote to pass it.After that it goes to the President,now keep in mind Trump said he will not pass any bill that does not protect pre-existing conditions. Does anyone remember the 2000 page Obamacare bill which passed on a partisan vote,while Leader Pelosi clearly stated "We have to pass the bill to know whats in it" LOL Lets hope when this bill is done we know whats in it.Many of you have company healthcare or union healthcare and you have no clue how damaging it has been for Self- employed people who create 65% of new job.Take a deep breath and stop parroting fake news,it is untruthful!
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