As AI becomes more capable and embedded in daily routines, anxieties surrounding it are likely to intensify. By Dr. Nitin DeckhaLecturer in Justice Studies, Early Childhood Studies, Community and Social Services and…
Time away from Facebook has its ups and downs, research suggests—so Kira Newman gave it a shot. By Kira M. NewmanManaging editor at UC Berkeley’s Greater Good Science Center Introduction For…
Up to 50% of computer users face symptoms of digital eye strain. This condition isn’t just a matter of discomfort, it can significantly affect your quality of life. By Dr. Daniela OehringAssociate Professor in OptometryUniversity of Plymouth…
As retro video games become more popular, research suggests players could be looking for nostalgia – and the psychological benefits it brings. By Dr. Nicholas BowmanAssociate Professor of Communication Studies Syracuse University By Dr. Tim WulfFreelance ResearcherUniversity of…
Whether a technology helps or hurts people depends not on how much time they spend with it, but how they use it. By Dr. Margaret E. MorrisAffiliate Faculty in Human Centered Design and Engineering University of Washington Introduction Many Americans find themselves…
Disconnecting from the digital realm from time to time is good for your well-being, but doing so can be difficult. There are steps you can take, however, to get in the habit of putting your phone down. By Dr. Kelley…
Lots of digital tools promise to assist children with neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD. But it’s hard to know what is and isn’t useful. By Dr. Kelsie BoultonSenior Research Fellow in Child Neurodevelopment, Brain and Mind CentreUniversity of Sydney By Adam GuastellaProfessor and Clinical…
Screen time is more than just hours spent on devices. By studying diverse digital habits, researchers can help people adopt a balanced approach to technology. By Rinanda ShalehaDoctoral student in the College of Health and Human Development Penn State Introduction In an era…
Whether they’re in a classroom or online, students should be encouraged to move around. An expert on learning with technology explains why. By Dr. Katie Headrick TaylorAssociate Professor of Learning Sciences and Human DevelopmentUniversity of Washington Introduction…
A scholar of digital religion and Buddhism argues that not all Western Buddhism practice is inauthentic. Here’s a way to know what’s real. By Dr. Gregory GrieveHead and Professor, Religious Studies Department University of North Carolina – Greensboro Introduction Is digital Buddhism, which includes…
