Psychological Facts

  • Sleep plays a vital role in problem-solving. Studies have shown that a good night's sleep can help individuals find creative solutions to problems they had been struggling with the day before.
  • Divergent thinking, which involves generating multiple solutions to a problem, is a key component of problem-solving. However, research has found that as we get older, our ability to think divergently declines.
  • Our emotions can play a significant role in problem-solving. Studies have shown that positive moods can enhance our creativity and flexibility, while negative moods can lead to a more focused, analytical approach.
  • People tend to focus more on what they stand to lose than what they stand to gain. This can lead to a bias towards risk aversion, which can limit problem-solving abilities.
  • The framing of a problem can significantly impacts how people approach it. By changing the way, a problem is framed, it is possible to encourage people to think more creatively and generate new solutions.