Think multitasking helps you get more done? You might be wrong, as it produces the opposite effect.

The brain can’t focus on two things at once, so it keeps switching. Researchers explain what that costs and whether practice can help ...

Whether it’s multitasking or task-switching, it has some surprising cognitive costs.

Doing more than one thing at once, especially on screens, can become addictive, which harms the functioning of our brain and nervous system.

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When we juggle tasks, the brain may not be overloaded or distracted. New research indicates information from one task leaks ...

Multitasking is considered a symbol of excellence."I want someone who can handle multiple tasks at once"—this phrase is often heard in both recruitment and training contexts.Replying to chats while in ...

You finally sit down to watch a new movie or catch up on your favourite TV show. But within five minutes, your hand ...

What is toxic multitasking? A psychologist explains how constantly switching between tasks can affect focus, memory, ...

People obsess over looking younger — but what about staying sharp? For many, the brain isn’t a priority until something goes wrong. But by then, you may have missed the chance to get ahead of the ...

Discover new research into pregnancy-related forgetfulness, how hormones may affect memory and practical ways expectant ...

A University of Chicago study suggests multitasking becomes harder when your brain is unsure which information ...