Social Media and the Costs of Distraction: Neurobiological Perspectives on the Quality of Life
There are well-known studies about how heavy use of social media is not conducive to happiness. Although poll data are mixed on this matter, one should be especially cautious in view of the apparent promise of internet connectedness. This essay examines recent research in neurobiology on what social...
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Format: | Electronic Article |
Language: | English |
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Institute for Interdisciplinary Research
2021
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Journal of interdisciplinary studies
Year: 2021, Volume: 33, Issue: 1/2, Pages: 43-58 |
Standardized Subjects / Keyword chains: | B
Brain research
/ Social media
/ Ability to concentrate
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RelBib Classification: | AG Religious life; material religion ZG Media studies; Digital media; Communication studies |
Further subjects: | B
Happiness
B Social media B Neurobiology B Distraction (Psychology) B Quality of life |
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