A recent study by Amazon Kindle highlights the extent of screen addiction among Australians, revealing that constant notifications from various devices lead to high levels of distraction and stress. Many individuals receive alerts until late at night, fostering a cycle of interrupted focus. Neuroscientist Dr. Mark Williams explains that notifications activate our cognitive control network, making it challenging to return to original tasks. This multitasking can cause mental fatigue, resulting in fewer accomplishments and feelings of exhaustion by day’s end.
From the moment we wake up in the morning until our heads finally hit the pillow, we're bombarded with notifications demanding our attention.
The pressure to stay connected is relentless, with a quarter of Aussies receiving notifications right up until they go to sleep at 10:42 pm.
This constant switching between tasks trains our brains to be in a state of high alert, diminishing our ability to concentrate for extended periods.
Frequent interruptions can also lead to increased mental fatigue, as the brain tires from constantly shifting between activities.
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