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HOW THE INTERNET AFFECTS OUR BRAIN
HOW THE INTERNET AFFECTS OUR BRAIN The prevalence of the Internet is changing how our brains work. The basic principle behind memory is that the more a piece of information is repeated and thought about in your short-term memory the stronger its stored within your long-term memory, but this process is hindered by constant new information. This means that we are less likely to form a memory of it, and previous generations would have memorized directions on a map for example. Our brains are also being less used to transitioning into deeper modes of thinking, which makes it more difficult to do this when we need to. However, research has shown that the constant flow of information has meant that we are losing cognitive control and our ability to determine what's important to focus on. We are increasingly more concerned with information that's new, rather than what's actually important. So what can be done? Although technology is clearly affecting how our brains work, it's not necessarily a bad thing. Throughout history, invention has always led to improvements in our society; for example, GPS apps have made navigation easier for us. Overall, technology should be seen as a positive force in our lives, as it has helped us become more educated and connected with others throughout the world.
By Bananzy Gh2 years ago in Humans
