Attention Hijacked : Using Mindfulness to Reclaim Your Brain from Tech

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Technology surrounds us every day: a phone alarm wakes us up, an electronic calendar tracks assignment deadlines, GPS directs us to the new dentist’s office, social media keeps us connected to friends and family, and streaming platforms make sure we’re never without something new to binge-watch. Our devices and apps can make life much more convenient and entertaining. But for years, scientists have warned that too much screen time may have negative effects on our health. With portable devices and remote learning, it is even more difficult to put down electronics. Being intentional about how and when to unplug can help teens and young adults to protect their physical and mental wellbeing in a world where screens and technology are increasingly becoming necessities rather than just conveniences. Attention Hijacked offers a roadmap for those deciding how they want to deal with technology, exploring the ways technology affects the individual, dispelling common misinformation, and using this knowledge to make personalized decisions. Page Plus links in the book lead to mindfulness and meditation audio clips. Using mindfulness techniques, this book gives readers the power to take charge of their technology use. Cover Title Page Dedication Copyright Information Photo Acknowledgments Contents Introduction Chapter 1 I Heart Screens Chapter 2 How Tech Companies Hijack Our Attention Chapter 3 Myth-Busting and Fact‑Finding Chapter 4 What Is Mindfulness and Why Is It Such a Big Deal? Chapter 5 Creating a Mindful Tech Diet Chapter 6 Attention Hijacks and Mindful Approaches Chapter 7 Living Your Best Life Moving Forward Acknowledgments Source Notes Recommended Resources Index About the Author Back Cover