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Psychology says anxiety is not just overthinking, here’s how fear, stress, and uncertainty slowly take control of your mind and bodyPsychology does not suggest that anxiety is merely a result of overthinking. The experience of anxiety is far more intricate than a stream ...
Psychology says reading old chats hurts after a breakup because your brain keeps returning to the version of love that once felt safePsychology does not suggest that people revisit old conversations because they are emotionally weak or incapable of moving forward. Human e...
Psychology says kids who refuse to eat without a screen may share this hidden risk linked to focus, mood, and creativity and it may be quietly changing how their brain developsPsychology suggests that children who refuse to eat without a phone are not necessarily showing signs of a serious issue, but the behavior ...
Psychology suggests people who keep a paper calendar on the fridge aren’t old-fashioned: They’re turning memory into something the room can help holdIn a world dominated by screens, paper calendars on refrigerators still hold their ground. Experts in psychology highlight the power of tan...
Psychology says adults who never bring their phone into the bedroom aren't being difficult - they're guarding the last quiet border of the day, because bedtime media use can keep the mind externally cuedKeeping phones out of the bedroom is a growing trend supported by psychological research. Studies show that reducing pre-sleep screen time ...
Psychology says people who keep printed photos in drawers aren't resisting technology. For them, concrete visual cues can anchor autobiographical recallPrinted photos serve as powerful memory triggers, aiding in detailed autobiographical recall, especially for older adults and those with Al...
How to train your brain for better memory and focusMemory is not just about intelligence but how you use your brain. Simple daily changes can boost information storage and recall. Understand...
Why your brain enters its most powerful mode when you are boredNeuroscience research reveals boredom is not a waste of time but a crucial tool for mental focus, emotional equilibrium, and creativity. Th...
Is Gen Z getting ‘dumber’? Video explains why IQ may be falling for the first time in human historyYoung adults, Gen Z, might be experiencing a decline in cognitive skills compared to their parents. This trend, observed by neuroscientists...
Your phone is making you older: One day your reels addiction may lead to panic disorder, poor digestion & permanent sleep damageIndians spent a staggering 1.1 trillion hours on smartphones in 2024, with 70% on social media and gaming. This excessive screen time, part...
A single smartphone change may reverse brain aging by up to 10 years, study findsHow to stop brain ageing? A new study reveals a simple habit can boost brain power. Researchers found that turning off smartphone internet ...
Your ‘brain break’ screen time is actually breaking your brain: Neurologist reveals the secret to 'true mental recovery'Dr. Wendy Suzuki cautions against mistaking social media for mental rest, highlighting that platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube overl...
Reducing phone use to essential tasks for three days can boost brain power: StudyA study by German scientists revealed that limiting smartphone use for 72 hours can significantly change brain activity related to addictio...
Study reveals how problematic screen use takes a toll on cognitive functionsThe study identifies a range of adverse effects, including mental health deterioration, academic or work performance decline, social isolat...
IBM's prototype 'brain-like' chip promises greener AIThere are growing concerns about the emissions generated by the large warehouses filled with computers that power AI systems, as per a repo...
Put your devices away. Spending too much time on phones, tablets can accelerate ageing processExcessive screen time can also prove detrimental to your brain.
Technology addiction: Check out the perpetual influx of new technologies in our livesThe constant stimulation from electronics makes our brain accustom to "popping", fast-paced stream of information that we find on the inter...
Free mobile apps may take a toll on your smartphone!When compared to apps without ads, the researchers found that apps with ads use an average of 16 per cent more energy.
A rule of thumb for the brain: Smartphones can change our physical shapePrevious studies have shown similar enhanced brain-digit links in musicians, but obviously, there are far more smartphone users around than...
Coming quite soon: Pixellated memoriesThere was a time when having a “photographic memory” was deemed to be a compliment.