All articles tagged with #digital overload
Memory issues and brain fog are increasingly common among adults under 40, driven by modern lifestyle factors such as digital overload, chronic stress, poor sleep, and environmental influences, highlighting the need for lifestyle changes to protect cognitive health.
Excessive screen time among teenagers and young adults can lead to 'Popcorn Brain Syndrome,' characterized by overstimulation of neural circuits, resulting in difficulty focusing, irritability, and stress. Psychologist Dr. Jaya Sukul recommends creating screen-free zones, taking breaks, practicing mindfulness, and being intentional with media consumption to mitigate these effects.
The article explores how digital overload diminishes our capacity for reflection and depth, drawing on Heidegger's philosophy to argue that embracing boredom and silence can foster authentic thinking and self-awareness, serving as a resistance to the constant stimulation of modern technology.