The Attention Issue

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The problems started with the rise of the digital age and what even led me to begin studying this back back in 2000 already. My own experience with using technology led me to question to what extent is this a widespread phenomenon. So yes, I have been looking at this for almost two decades. And the problem has been around for quite a long time.

Gloria Mark is Chancellor’s Professor of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine. She received her PhD from Columbia University in psychology and studies the impact of digital media on people’s lives. She takes a deep dive in examining multitasking, interruptions, and mood with the use of digital devices. She has published over 200 articles, and in 2017 was inducted into the ACM SIGCHI Academy which recognizes leaders in the field of human-computer interaction.

Gloria's book, Attention Span: A Groundbreaking Way to Restore Balance, Happiness and Productivity, is available now!

Find more about Gloria at gloriamark.com.