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Dr. Mark D'Esposito: How to Optimize Cognitive Function & Brain Health

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Building Prefrontal Ability through Behavioral Constraints

By setting up behavioral constraints like studying without getting up even when needing a restroom break, one can enhance their prefrontal ability to refocus on material. This practice, termed as 'limbic friction', involves resisting distractions and staying focused on the task at hand. The question arises whether this ability to stay focused can generalize across different contexts or if the prefrontal cortex is inherently context-specific and requires learning rules for each situation.

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