Why Habits Are Hard to Break
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Duke scientists discover habits physically change the wiring of the brain.
Whether it's biting your nails, chewing on a pen or watching too much TV, everyone has a habit and they are very hard to break. Watch as Duke scientists explore the lasting changes habits leave on the circuitry of our brains.
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Sci NC is supported by a generous bequest gift from Dan Carrigan and the Gaia Earth-Balance Endowment through the Gaston Community Foundation.
Why Habits Are Hard to Break
Special | 5m 56sVideo has Closed Captions
Whether it's biting your nails, chewing on a pen or watching too much TV, everyone has a habit and they are very hard to break. Watch as Duke scientists explore the lasting changes habits leave on the circuitry of our brains.
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