Brain Quote by Douglas Rushkoff
“Like most early enthusiasts, I always thought the way the Internet encouraged multitasking made users less vulnerable to manipulation, while simultaneously exploiting even more of our brain's capacity than before. Apparently not.”
About This Quote
Source Article: “The Myth of Multitasking” by Douglas Rushkoff, 2015
The Internet’s multitasking promise doesn’t protect users; it actually stretches cognitive capacity and can increase susceptibility to manipulation.
In simple terms: Multitasking online can make us more vulnerable.
Key Takeaway
Beware of cognitive overload online.
Themes
technology
psychology
media
cognition
Mood
concerned
critical
Type
analytical
reflective
When to use this quote
- social media use
- online learning
- digital marketing
- policy making
Key Concepts
attention economy
cognitive load
manipulation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does multitasking affect decision quality?
- Can we design tools to protect cognition?
A Different Perspective
Multitasking may also improve efficiency for some tasks.
