How to break a habit for good, according to a neuroscientist

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How to break a habit for good, according to a neuroscientist

By Lakeisha Goedluck

3 months ago

5 min read

Trying to kick a bad habit can feel like an uphill battle. From quitting vaping to cutting down your screen time, it takes time to rewire the brain and break negative patterns of behaviour. But how do we go about starting? Here, neuroscientist Dr Judith Grisel offers five science-based tips to set you on the right track…


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