Eliminating Penalties for Playing Out of Bounds - Kayt Sukel - TED

Explore the neuroscience of risk-taking and the impact of play on decision-making in this 15-minute TED talk by journalist and science writer Kayt Sukel. Discover insights into the role of the basal ganglia and prefrontal cortex in risk assessment, and learn about the pleasure chemical dopamine's influence on our choices. Examine the importance of play and risk-taking for both children and adults, and understand how risky play can benefit physical athletes. Gain practical action items to incorporate more play and calculated risk-taking into your life for improved decision-making and personal growth.