If you don’t know the term “brain rot” by now, congratulations! You probably don’t have it. It’s slang to describe the idea ...

Many of us have gotten into the habit of listening to podcasts, audiobooks and other online content at increased playback speeds. For younger people, it might even be the norm. One survey of students ...

Humans respond to environments that change at many different speeds. A video game player, for example, reacts to on-screen events unfolding within hundreds of milliseconds or over several seconds. A ...

"Brain rot" refers to mindless, often absurd online content popular with kids and tweens, especially on TikTok and Roblox. A viral subgenre called "Italian brain rot" features surreal AI characters ...

If you or your kids have spent too much time scrolling short-form videos during your holiday breaks, don't fret—you probably haven't suffered too much brain damage. Wait, was that even a question? the ...

These days, almost everything is available in the form of quick, bite-sized content—from recipes and skincare tips to news updates. You may find yourself swiping through reels, tapping through stories ...