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Katie has a PhD in maths, specializing in the intersection of dynamical systems and number theory. She reports on topics from maths and history to society and animals. Katie has a PhD in maths, ...

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Most New Year's resolutions start out with high motivation and good intentions, so why do they always seem to fall flat?

Don’t try to interrupt a bad habit. Instead, give in … and then think about how you feel about what you’re doing. I like to think I’m fairly disciplined. I can sit and write all day. I can do mundane ...

Eight years ago, I had to stop drinking because I couldn’t be trusted to consume alcohol with anything that resembled responsibility. I’ve also been diagnosed with depression, for which my doctor has ...

Why can it be so hard to do the things we know are good for us? Life Kit has some actionable tips on how to overcome that resistance. From drinking less alcohol to getting better sleep, these episodes ...

Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience. Laura holds ...