Scientists confirm: short videos like Reels and TikTok diminish brain function
A study involving 100,000 participants revealed that short videos reduce concentration, impair attention, and therefore lower cognitive abilities. This is significant as more demanding tasks feel overly difficult and exhausting after watching such clips.
Researchers explain that the brain becomes accustomed to the "cheap" dopamine released by quick content consumption, which in turn increases anxiety and stress levels. Consequently, continual exposure to short videos may negatively impact mental health and productivity.
Going forward, it is important to monitor how much time we spend watching such videos to maintain brain efficiency and reduce the risk of psychological issues.
