Forget Angry: Here’s How Hunger Makes You Impulsive

The video explores how hunger significantly impacts behavior and decision-making, often making individuals more impulsive without them realizing it. Studies show that hunger affects not only food-related decisions but also broader cognitive functions like memory and risk-taking. Evolutionary factors drive the strong urge to seek food, affecting our priorities and choices. Research suggests that understanding hunger's effects could aid in treating disorders related to impulsiveness and decision-making.

What are the implications of hunger on risk-taking behavior?

How does being hungry affect mood and cognitive processes?

What can be done to mitigate the effects of hunger on decision-making?