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Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

@ Andrew Huberman

There are clusters of attention styles among people, ranging from hyper-focused individuals to those who explore too readily, such as those with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder.

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How to Make Better Decisions | Dr. Michael Platt

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How to Make Better Decisions | Dr. Michael Platt

02/17/25

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