Scientists who worked hard through struggles are more motivating as role models than scientists who people see as naturally brilliant, researchers say.

Bosses with high emotional intelligence make their workers feel happier and more creative, researchers say.

Scientists who worked hard through struggles are more motivating as role models than scientists who people see as naturally brilliant, researchers say.

The right kind of games can get kids to eat more fruits and vegetables, researchers find. But the games can motivate kids to eat more unhealthy snacks, too.

Focusing on the strengths, rather than the deficits, of young adults with autism can help them succeed, research suggests. Self-determination is key.

"January is probably the hardest month of the year to change behaviors." Here's the case for swapping New Year's resolutions for "spring renewal."

A new study in mice pinpoints a biomarker for the lack of motivation that can come with depression.

Smoking abstinence doesn't have that much effect on our desire to eat, a new study shows.

Want to boost your daily step count? A little competition may do more to achieve your goal than support or collaboration.

An apple (or banana) a day left bus drivers in China feeling less depressed and more capable, researchers find. What small gesture would improve your day at work?