Novelty seeking
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In psychology, novelty seeking is a personality trait characterized by exploratory activity in response to novel stimulation, impulsive decision-making, and a strong tendency to pursue new experiences with intense emotional sensations. It is a multifaceted behavioral construct that includes thrill-seeking, risk-taking, and a preference for unfamiliar environments.
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Seeking novelty is the central strategy for maintaining brain plasticity.
“Two words, seek novelty. That's the whole game, is you gotta continually challenge the brain.”
Open the episode · Science & Tools of Learning & Memory | Dr. David EaglemanListen at 29:01
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