Internet Use And Attention

The idea is that we are rewiring our brains to skim information in favor of activity that demands full attention and concentration.

What was I saying.

Oh yeah, this skimming activity has its downside. I don't remember what it is though.

Live Science: A Simple Cure to the Web's Effect on Your Concentration

“The prescription is pretty simple. You have to do less stuff online and more stuff off line, particularly stuff that involves concentration and attentiveness.”