Stress doesn't just slow the brain down — it changes which brain you're working with
Published on: 31/03/2026
Rapid + dramatic loss of prefrontal capacity under even mild, uncontrollable stress.
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Rapid + dramatic loss of prefrontal capacity under even mild, uncontrollable stress.

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