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Finding Focus in the Age of Distraction - The Pulse

Finding Focus in the Age of Distraction - The Pulse

Update: 2025-10-09
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We often think of digital distractions, from TikTok to newsfeeds, as a way of giving our brains a break. But in reality, they could be doing the opposite. We talk with psychologist Marc Berman about a better way of restoring our focus — spending time in nature. We also try a dopamine fast, to see if it can really improve our attention spans.

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Finding Focus in the Age of Distraction - The Pulse

Finding Focus in the Age of Distraction - The Pulse