Almost any activity has the potential to lead to flow, an almost Zen-like psychological state between boredom and worry.

This state, known in psychology as a "flow state," is pursued by those who want to be more productive and creative in an enjoyable way. What happens in the brain during this state, however ...

Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. Mark Travers writes about the world of psychology. A new study published in Personality and Individual Differences explores how ...