The distracted mind : ancient brains in a high-tech world

The distracted mind Ancient brains in a high-tech world

Adam Gazzaley

Book - 2016

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Subjects
Distraction (Psychology)
Attention.
Human multitasking.
Information society.
Information technology > Social aspects.
Published
Cambridge, MA : MIT Press 2016.
Language
English
Main Author
Adam Gazzaley (author)
Other Authors
Larry D. Rosen (author)
Physical Description
1 volume (xv, 286 pages) : illustrations ; 24 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN
9780262034944
  • Acknowledgments
  • Prologue
  • I. Cognition and the Essence of Control
  • 1. Interference
  • 2. Goals and Cognitive Control
  • 3. The Brain and Control
  • 4. Control Limitations
  • 5. Variations and Fluctuations
  • II. Behavior in a High-Tech World
  • 6. The Psychology of Technology
  • 7. The Impact of Constantly Shifting Our Attention
  • 8. The Impact of Technology on Diverse Populations
  • 9. Why Do We Interrupt Ourselves?
  • III. Taking Control
  • 10. Boosting Control
  • 11. Modifying Behavior
  • Notes
  • Index

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