Making decisions in uncertain situations is part of daily life. New research from the University of Minnesota Medical School has uncovered that anxiety and apathy - two common but distinct emotional ...

Picture this. You're sitting in an office reception, waiting to be called in for an interview for your dream job. You have no appetite. Your palms are sweaty and your heart is thumping. Your anxiety ...

It's indisputable that when leaders are stressed, they can make rushed decisions that are very costly, not only in monetary terms but also physically. Some leaders thrive under these conditions; ...

Every workday brings its own mix of decisions. Some happen quickly, like replying to a client email or adjusting your calendar. Others feel larger, such as budgeting, hiring, or long-term planning.

New research has uncovered that anxiety and apathy -- two common but distinct emotional states -- lead to fundamentally different patterns in how people learn and make decisions. Making decisions in ...

While top executives tend to be thought of as a confident bunch, they are no less susceptible to anxiety than the rest of us. After all, they routinely have to make important decisions, often under ...

Chandra is an emergency physician and global health policy specialist. Hoover is a former federal worker, sociobehavioral researcher, and global health technical specialist. We both lost our jobs as ...

A strong memory sounds like an unmitigated good, but science shows that vivid recall can distort your reality, fuel anxiety ...