Are We Losing Our Attention Span? The Truth About Scrolling
About this episode
The episode discusses the impact of constant stimulation on attention spans and mental health.
Are our attention spans actually getting worse… or are we just adapting to a world built around constant stimulation? In this episode of the Health, Tech & Wellness Podcast, John Adams and Crystal Nevedale talk about: • Why scrolling feels impossible to stop • How short form content affects your brain • Why focus and patience are disappearing • The connection between dopamine and social media • Why people struggle with long-form content • How technology may be hurting relationships and mental health • Why creators are trapped between short-form and long-form content • Practical ways to take back control of your attention and time From TikTok and YouTube Shorts to Facebook Reels and AI-generated content, we explore how quick-hit entertainment may be changing the way we think, focus, learn, communicate, and experience life. This isn’t about demonizing technology. It’s about awareness, balance, and learning how to slow down again in a world constantly fighting for your attention. If you’ve ever caught yourself picking up your phone without thinking, struggled to focus, or felt mentally exhausted from nonstop stimulation, this episode is for you. Book a Riverside one-on-one…
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