Are You A Lazy Slacker? You May Have Been Born That Way

New brain research suggests lazy people could be naturally born that way.

Published in the Journal of Neuroscience, the study was performed by a team of scientists from Vanderbilt University who found evidence which suggests a person’s willingness to work hard and make money are tied to specific chemicals in 3 areas of the brain.

The scientists also say these new studies could improve the treatment and research of Attention-Deficit Disorder, Depression and schizophrenia.

The Vanderbilt team used a brain mapping technique called positron emission tomography (or PETscan) to conduct their research. They found the typical “go-getters” who were willing to work hard for reward or monetary gain released a larger amount of dopamine in the areas of the brain associated with reward and motivation. Conversely, the brains of slackers released dopamine in a very different part of the brain: The area which plays a role in emotion and risk perception.

Source: redOrbit (http://s.tt/1aGcU)