Thursday, April 17, 2008

Too many choices -- good or bad -- can be mentally exhausting

From PhysOrg:

Researchers from several universities have determined that even though humans’ ability to weigh choices is remarkably advantageous, it can also come with some serious liabilities. People faced with numerous choices, whether good or bad, find it difficult to stay focused enough to complete projects, handle daily tasks or even take their medicine.
These findings appear in the April issue of Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, which is published by the American Psychological Association....More

Sure, the Journal of Personality... has high standards but can they match the rigor of my fav.:

Journal of Leisure Research
The Journal of Leisure Research is devoted to original investigations that contribute new knowledge and understanding to the field of leisure studies. ...
www.rpts.tamu.edu/journals/jlr/