11 Everyday Things Science Says Are Rotting Our Brains More Than TV Ever Did
Ah, the modern world. It's a place of convenience, comfort, and constant stimulation. But have you ever stopped to think about how all of this might be affecting our brains? From pollution to sleep deprivation, from GPS to video games, it turns out that the everyday things we take for granted could be having a serious impact on our brains.
Over the years, scientists have uncovered a wealth of knowledge about how our brains work and how they can be affected by our environment and lifestyle choices. From traffic to sleep deprivation, pollution to noise, GPS to video games, and even pregnancy and loneliness, this list will take you on a journey through the science of the brain and the effects our environment can have on it.
We'll look at 11 everyday things that are literally changing our brains. We'll explore the science behind how these everyday activities can affect our brain health. So buckle up and prepare to be shocked by the ways in which the modern world is changing our brains.
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Traffic: not just a headache.
Sleep deprivation: not worth it.
Pollution takes its toll.
Noise pollution: not great for teens' brains.
Painful consequences.
GPS: great for directions, not so great for brains.
Loneliness shrinks your brain.
Moms: Superheroes in disguise.
Coffee: Too much, too late.
Brain shrinking: inevitable.
Brain drain: FPS edition.
