Digital engagement is neither inherently benign nor uniformly harmful among young people. Later in life, it can fortify specific cognitive skills through intentional practice.

Past studies have discussed the potential health hazards of using too much technology, including a potential negative impact on brain function and “digital dementia.” A new study has found that ...

People of all ages now grow up — and grow old — immersed in digital screens, generating concerns about the potential effects on the brain. On the one hand, researchers warn of “digital dementia” in ...

Watch your local TV station long enough; eventually, you will find an ad or two about a promising new pharmaceutical. That’s because leading industry players spend millions of dollars on ...

Digital technology in higher education enhances accessibility, interactivity, and flexibility, revolutionizing learning experiences. It facilitates remote learning, personalized instruction, and ...

Digital technology, including social media and generative artificial intelligence (AI), is here to stay. But research and public opinion are divided on the benefits versus harms, especially for youth.

You might think spending time on your smartphone or computer is bad for your brain. Indeed, “brain rot” — the slang term for a mental decline caused by mindlessly consuming social media or digital ...

A new study paints a promising picture for the ways that digital technology use affects the aging brain. Neuroscientists at Baylor University and the University of Texas at Austin conducted a ...

Digital technologies are widely viewed as drivers of efficiency, growth, and innovation. However, their contribution to ...

When you picture a prison cell, computers, internet connections, and video calls probably aren’t the first things that come to mind. Yet inside the walls of Catalonia’s correctional facilities, ...