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How Big Tech is Ruining Your Attention

Then & Now: Philosophy, History & Politics

CHAPTER

The Impact of Technology on Attention

This chapter explores the effects of technology and constant distractions on our attention, discussing how our brains are wired to seek more stimuli and how corporations compete for our attention. It also examines how distractions interrupt us in the moment and train our brains to be constantly distracted, affecting our ability to focus on what truly matters.

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