In a study of different types of distraction involving more than 1,000 participants, researchers statistically derived a novel measure -- dubbed the 'd factor' -- that could represent a person's ...

Research dating back to 1972 has persistently found that low-volatility (or low beta) stocks have systematically provided higher risk-adjusted returns than high-risk stocks. Today, many leading equity ...

New measure incorporates external distraction, intrusive thoughts and mind-wandering – and is also linked with an intense state of hyperfocus In a study of different types of distraction involving ...