Perceived chronic stress influences the effect of acute stress on cognitive flexibility
Abstract Executive functions are cognitive processes that facilitate goal-directed behavior by enabling us to direct and control our thoughts. Cognitive flexibility is an executive function characterized by the ability to mentally shift between rules, strategies, or tasks. Several studies have repor...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Nature Portfolio
2021-12-01
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Series: | Scientific Reports |
Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-021-03101-5 |