Solitude Is a Skill – Behavioral Scientist
Through her research Thomas has identified skills to help people learn how to enjoy their time alone, and developed a… read more
Through her research Thomas has identified skills to help people learn how to enjoy their time alone, and developed a… read more
This is my first introduction to the term ‘brain rot’. Perplexed, I ask them what it means. Laughing, they describe… read more
The other problem is that users have very little control over what they experience online. Studies have found that news… read more
Social media has redefined human connection, especially if you’re part of the millennial or Gen Z generation. It is so… read more
“Doomscrolling is essentially an avoidance technique used to cope with anxiety, so wherever you are vulnerable to anxiety, doomscrolling can… read more
Breaking out of doomscrolling malaise requires careful thought, but it is possible. Speaking to these experts has taught me the… read more
I point to three main motives for taking a digital break. Being present is an overarching concern. Digital media allow… read more
It’s no secret that apps and social media companies are competing for consumers’ attention. The more time spent on an… read more
Privacy literacy instruction often explores difficult topics, including pervasive surveillance, social engineering, information asymmetries, and the control paradox, as well… read more
There are multiple reasons why the urge to read may be so strong: the feeling of safety in knowledge, especially… read more