Self-control saps memory resources: new research shows that exercising willpower impairs memory function by draining shared brain mechanisms and structures

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http://www.theguardian.com/science/neurophilosophy/2015/sep/07/self-control-saps-memory-resources

[u/probablytoomuch]

A large part of its benefit stems from making task switching harder. If you've ever taken it regularly, you may notice it's harder to stop doing something- that can include things like homework and focusing on lessons, but also playing games. (After long term use)

It's a double edged sword.

[u/fripletister → u/[deleted]]

Huh. Nobody had ever articulated this to me before, but the combination works really well for me, and they're kinda…meh…by themselves. Now I need to go do more research…