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Should Schools Ban Cell Phone Use During Class Time?

Cell phone use in schools leads to distractions and academic difficulties, prompting varied legislative responses across states.

Should Children Have Their Cellphones in the Classroom?

Smartphones may be distracting students from learning, prompting debate on their role in educational environments.

Smartphones in Schools

Smartphones and laptops significantly distract students in classrooms, affecting their attention and learning.

The UK moves another step closer to banning phones in schools

Mobile phone bans in schools are gaining importance globally.
The UK government is urging schools to implement policies to ban mobile phone usage during school hours.

Should Schools Ban Cell Phone Use During Class Time?

Cell phone use in schools leads to distractions and academic difficulties, prompting varied legislative responses across states.

Should Children Have Their Cellphones in the Classroom?

Smartphones may be distracting students from learning, prompting debate on their role in educational environments.

Smartphones in Schools

Smartphones and laptops significantly distract students in classrooms, affecting their attention and learning.

The UK moves another step closer to banning phones in schools

Mobile phone bans in schools are gaining importance globally.
The UK government is urging schools to implement policies to ban mobile phone usage during school hours.
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#mindfulness

The big idea: how to use your senses to help beat depression

Embracing raw sensations leads to better mental health than distracting oneself with busy activities.

Choosing How and What to Pay Attention To

We often carelessly spend our attention, allowing distractions to diminish our well-being.
Mindfulness helps us recognize and improve our focus and attention management.

Haley Heynderickx: Seed of a Seed

Modern distractions can profoundly affect our ability to live fulfilling lives; finding solace in nature can provide a remedy.

Distracted? Turn Your Screen Time into Mindfulness Time

We actively seek out distractions and have become addicted to our screens.
Street meditation can help transform idle moments into opportunities for mindfulness.

The big idea: how to use your senses to help beat depression

Embracing raw sensations leads to better mental health than distracting oneself with busy activities.

Choosing How and What to Pay Attention To

We often carelessly spend our attention, allowing distractions to diminish our well-being.
Mindfulness helps us recognize and improve our focus and attention management.

Haley Heynderickx: Seed of a Seed

Modern distractions can profoundly affect our ability to live fulfilling lives; finding solace in nature can provide a remedy.

Distracted? Turn Your Screen Time into Mindfulness Time

We actively seek out distractions and have become addicted to our screens.
Street meditation can help transform idle moments into opportunities for mindfulness.
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#mental-health

Los Angeles' school district banned cellphones outright. Should Berkeley follow suit?

The debate over cellphone use in schools involves balancing distractions and mental health benefits with potential communication needs and enforcement challenges.

Hyperfixation - What is it? Could it be a problem?

Hyperfixation can be beneficial but detrimental when it disrupts daily life and responsibilities.

YouTube rabbit holes that are great distractions

YouTube serves as an excellent distraction during stressful times, offering diverse content to help individuals unwind.

Researchers pinpoint exact number of minutes a person can concentrate

Adult attention spans in the UK are declining, with significant distractions from technology and personal stress noted as contributing factors.

Forget Comfort Food for Coping on Election Day. What You Really Need Is the Most Complicated Pasta Recipe Known to Man.

Election week may cause anxiety, making it vital for individuals to disconnect and engage in mindful activities like cooking.

SAVAGE LOVE: Mourning in America

Small comforts and guilty pleasures can help sustain us during difficult times.

Los Angeles' school district banned cellphones outright. Should Berkeley follow suit?

The debate over cellphone use in schools involves balancing distractions and mental health benefits with potential communication needs and enforcement challenges.

Hyperfixation - What is it? Could it be a problem?

Hyperfixation can be beneficial but detrimental when it disrupts daily life and responsibilities.

YouTube rabbit holes that are great distractions

YouTube serves as an excellent distraction during stressful times, offering diverse content to help individuals unwind.

Researchers pinpoint exact number of minutes a person can concentrate

Adult attention spans in the UK are declining, with significant distractions from technology and personal stress noted as contributing factors.

Forget Comfort Food for Coping on Election Day. What You Really Need Is the Most Complicated Pasta Recipe Known to Man.

Election week may cause anxiety, making it vital for individuals to disconnect and engage in mindful activities like cooking.

SAVAGE LOVE: Mourning in America

Small comforts and guilty pleasures can help sustain us during difficult times.
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#election-night

Books You Can Read Tonight To Distract Yourself From Whatever Is To Come | Defector

Engaging fiction can provide a comforting escape on election night, diverting attention from the inevitable wait for results.

Twitter Is Relaxing With Election Counterprogramming

Alternative content is preferred by many to alleviate the stress of watching election results.
Diversions such as movies, shows, or funny videos provide a necessary distraction on election night.

Books You Can Read Tonight To Distract Yourself From Whatever Is To Come | Defector

Engaging fiction can provide a comforting escape on election night, diverting attention from the inevitable wait for results.

Twitter Is Relaxing With Election Counterprogramming

Alternative content is preferred by many to alleviate the stress of watching election results.
Diversions such as movies, shows, or funny videos provide a necessary distraction on election night.
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12 Treats to Bake While You Wait for Election Results

Baking offers a rewarding distraction during waiting periods, providing a methodical activity that engages the senses and yields delicious results.

What went wrong with Starmer's Gray matter? | David Mitchell

Sue Gray's resignation reflects the pressure on political figures to avoid becoming distractions from governance.

Some GOP lawmakers are tired of JD Vance's cat rumors

Vance's claims about Haitians are seen as a distraction from real immigration issues, prompting some GOP discomfort.

Opinion | The Junkification of American Life

Commercial pressures transform artistic creation into entertainment, leading to a decline in artistic quality.

This is how you focus when everything feels like a distraction

Training techniques from elite athletes can help with everyday distractions and maintaining focus.

Our Favorite Stories About Battling Distraction

Finding focus amidst distractions, especially during a pandemic, is crucial for productivity.
Small, consistent progress (1% rule) can lead to significant change over time.
Recognizing and celebrating incremental achievements can boost motivation.
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Three (yes, three) more new Banksy artworks have popped up in London

Banksy's recent animal-themed artworks in London aim to provide a distraction from negative news.

Biden's Domestic Reforms Don't Add Up to the Great Society

Republicans utilize fearmongering tactics to distract from real domestic and international issues.

Champions League: Bundesliga trumps Premier League DW 04/18/2024

Two German teams are in the men's Champions League semis while English sides are out due to potential distraction from the Premier League title race.

The Senate's False Hope of a Grand Bargain Meets Its Trumpy Demise

The distraction and foolishness of the Trump-led Republican Party diverts attention from the serious consequences of their decisions.
Trump's demand for his party to kill a major deal shows the real consequences of the Republican Party's support for him.

Five of the best books about gossip

Gossip is pervasive in communities of all sizes, from small towns to political systems.
Gossip can be a distraction from larger fears and issues.

Mike Tomlin Speculation Created A 'Distraction' For Steelers Players And Coaches, Cameron Heyward Says

Speculation surrounding Mike Tomlin's future as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers has created a distraction for players and coaches.
Team captain Cameron Heyward passionately defended Tomlin, stating that he believes Tomlin will remain with the Steelers and wants to be a Pittsburgh Steeler.

Opinion | Attention! There's Life Beyond the Digital.

Cellphones can distract students from learning and engaging in class discussions.
Libraries provide a quiet and peaceful environment for reading, studying, and thinking.
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