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digital habits
Coverage of digital habits in the Nexus archive.
- Digital habits that rob attention and energy — and how to combat them
The article discusses how multi-screening with devices leads to exhaustion and explains the science behind information overload, offering strategies to regain focus and calm. NPR's Manoush Zomorodi highlights the impact of digital habits on attention and energy.
- Kids and screens: How to reset your family’s digital habits this summer
Dr. Anisha Abraham from Children’s National Hospital advises families to reset digital habits during summer by reducing screen time and promoting activities like exercise, face-to-face interactions, and screen-free meals. She highlights concerns about screens replacing sleep, exercise, and social time, and emphasizes parental role modeling to encourage healthier tech use.