Boredom is linked to attention – so switching content or skipping forwards and backwards feels more tedious than watching one video

A new study shows impulsivity, especially traits like distraction, lack of planning, and emotional reactivity, increases the risk of problematic pornography use. Younger individuals and men are more affected

If your team's brainstorming sessions feel stale, your internet connection might be the culprit. Research reveals a hidden cost to online idea generation: it steers everyone toward the same common answers, stifling the collective innovation.

U.S. adolescents spend more than one hour per day on smartphones during school hours, with social media accounting for the largest share of use, according to research published Jan. 5, 2026, in JAMA. The findings have relevance for educators, parents and…