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Why our attention spans are shrinking, with Gloria Mark, PhD

Speaking of Psychology

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Introduction

The rise of the internet and digital devices has affected our ability to pay attention. When you're being bombarded by different tasks, notifications, and emails, is it possible to multitask? Or is productive multitasking a myth? How can understanding the science of attention help us to regain our focus when we need it?" Dr Gloria Mark studies how people interact with technology in their everyday lives.

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