How a gentle electrical jolt can focus the sluggish mind

Season 2015

Need a coffee to get going in the morning? A jolt of electrical current could be more stimulating. Lighting up the brain with small amounts of electricity can dramatically improve mental focus, researchers have found. Science correspondent Miles O’Brien gets wired up to explore the potential uses.

AIR DATE 3/31/15

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