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Old 09-22-2005, 07:33 PM   #6
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As someone who often feels like a tech-savvy dullard with failing memory, I voted no.

I think it's not the technology itself at the heart of the issue, but rather how we use technology. In many instances, evidence would suggest that we are using technology to do too many things at once. Blame multitasking, which isn't exclusive to the use of technology.

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For many people, juggling too many things at once is standard practice, but did you know that multi-tasking can actually make you stupid? A new study shows that multi-tasking can hurt your memory and short-circuit your brain power.
When it comes to tasks, we take on too many at once in the name of productivity because technology gives us the ability, and we don't give each task the time and attention necessary to concentrate. When it comes to retaining information, the divided attention caused by multitasking doesn't allow for retention in memory. Some people can multitask, do a great job and retain information, but many of us can't. Over time (in evolutionary terms), our brains may adapt, but in the meantime, multitasking, and not the technology itself, is probably to blame.
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