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Many people believe they can handle several tasks at the same time, but new research shows that the brain works a little ...

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The modern world celebrates the multitasker. We praise those who can answer emails while on conference calls, scroll social media during TV shows, and text while walking. But behind this apparent ...

We live in a world of endless tabs, tweets, reels, and series. Each scroll feels rewarding, but your brain quietly pays the price. Every time you switch between Instagram, email, and news updates, ...

Even with highly extensive training, the human brain is not really capable of performing two tasks simultaneously. Moreover, even the smallest deviations from trained routines can have a significant ...

For those who find it tough to juggle more than a couple things at once, don't despair. The brain is set up to manage two tasks, but not more, a new study suggests. That's because, when faced with two ...

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That slacker who gets up and takes a leisurely stroll around the office every couple of hours might actually be more productive than you if you’re not doing it, too. And that multitasking you’re doing ...

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If you have attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), you probably know the feeling of trying to do too many things at once. You start an email, then remember ...