Dr Sahar Yousef reveals scary brain impact from digital device use

2 articles · Updated · UNILAD · May 8

In a nine-week study of UC Berkeley students, participants reported less anxiety and depression and greater mindfulness after a digital detox.
Yousef said the research showed atrophy and degradation in brain areas linked to self-awareness and cognitive control, calling the findings very scary.
The report also highlighted a campus digital detox event promoting offline connection, as students said they were not anti-tech but wanted healthier phone habits.

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