Psychologists also call it digital brain rot.
It describes the forgetfulness, the inability to focus on anything meaningful, the brain fog, and the mental fatigue caused by our chronic overuse of smartphones, digital devices, online games, and social media.
It’s even been shown to reduce the gray matter in our brains associated with emotional regulation, decision-making, and creativity.
The good news is that it only takes a few days to bounce back, but it can be a tough few days.
Try a digital declutter or the phone-foyer method. Find something that works for you, but for your sake and that of future generations, do something.
Everyone worried TV would rot our brains, but smartphones actually are. We know these devices are purpose-built for addiction and harm.
Now is the time to break the cycle.
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