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How long does it typically take to form a new automatic habit according to a 2009 study by Dr. Phillippa Lally?
What did researchers find about the phenomenon known as the 'sophomore slump' in college?
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What is the psychological term for calendar dates that act as clean slates, like New Year's or the start of a semester?
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New week, new month, a fresh start's near / Your motivation boosts, banishing all fear! / Temporal landmarks, a clean slate for you / The Fresh Start Effect helps make dreams come true!
Which color light is scientifically proven to enhance alertness during study sessions?
Fresh start effect: Researchers found people are thirty percent more likely to start a new habit on Mondays or after a semester break.
Which brain region is heavily involved in forming habits and automatic behaviors?
A point in time that stands out from other days on a calendar. In 2014, researcher Katy Milkman identified these dates as psychological tools for students restarting their college education.