Suppression is a research area that focuses on understanding the mechanisms and processes involved in inhibiting unwanted or irrelevant information, thoughts, behaviors, or emotions. It is commonly studied in the context of cognitive control and executive functioning, as individuals must actively suppress distracting information in order to focus on task-relevant stimuli. Researchers in this area investigate the neural and cognitive processes involved in suppression, as well as the effects of suppression on behavior and performance. This research can have implications for understanding disorders such as attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and anxiety disorders, where individuals may have difficulty suppressing unwanted thoughts or emotions. Overall, suppression research aims to shed light on how we control our attention and behavior, and how we can improve our ability to suppress unwanted information in order to enhance cognitive function and well-being.