6min chapter

Plain English with Derek Thompson cover image

How to Be Happy and the Science of Cognitive Time Travel

Plain English with Derek Thompson

CHAPTER

The Distraction Dilemma

This chapter delves into how technology, particularly smartphones, affects human interactions and attention spans. Illustrating the shift away from personal engagement, it discusses the psychological consequences of digital distractions and offers insights on managing them in our daily lives.

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