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posted by mrpg on Sunday August 12 2018, @06:52PM   Printer-friendly
from the turn-it-off dept.

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Our digital lives may be making us more distracted, distant and drained, according to research presented at the annual convention of the American Psychological Association.

For instance, even minor phone use during a meal with friends was enough to make the diners feel distracted and reduced their enjoyment of the experience, one study found.

"People who were allowed to use their phones during dinner had more trouble staying present in the moment," said Ryan Dwyer, MA, of the University of British Columbia, lead author of a study that was presented during a symposium on how digital technology is affecting relationships. "Decades of research on happiness tell us that engaging positively with others is critical for our well-being. Modern technology may be wonderful, but it can easily sidetrack us and take away from the special moments we have with friends and family in person."

Source: https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180810161553.htm


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  • (Score: 2) by PiMuNu on Monday August 13 2018, @06:08AM (1 child)

    by PiMuNu (3823) on Monday August 13 2018, @06:08AM (#720852)

    Turn off the router. Take away the power cord if required.

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  • (Score: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Monday August 13 2018, @08:41PM

    by Anonymous Coward on Monday August 13 2018, @08:41PM (#721125)

    You'll also need to turn off the cellular signal. And if you are paying the cellular bill for an early 20's person, it's YOU who have the problem.