A new study in Neuron reveals that slow, controlled breathing has measurable effects on brain function and decision-making—specifically, it appears to reduce risk-taking behavior. Researchers found a direct connection between respiratory patterns and the neural systems that govern our choices under uncertainty. The implications could reshape approaches to stress management and decision-making in high-stakes situations.

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