And as neuroscientists continue to study why humans do the things they do, human resource professionals can turn that knowledge to practical use in the workplace.

The joining of psychology (the study of the human mind and behavior) and neuroscience (physiological study of the brain) sheds light on the brain’s role in human nature and behavior. Researchers in this field now map what happens in the brain during learning, engagement, motivation and social interaction.

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