The Dangers of Multitasking

We’re all beyond busy these days. Whether we’re texting while we’re waiting in line, or decluttering and cleaning the house at the same time, doing it constantly can take a toll on us in a number of ways. Here, Dr. Amit Sood, author of The Mayo Clinic Guide to Stress-free Living, lists the main drawbacks… Continue reading The Dangers of Multitasking

How to Stress Less

As the Internet, mobile devices, and a myriad of other technological wonders increasingly dominate our professional lives, it becomes harder to concentrate on any single item. . Everywhere you look, you are besieged by competing demands for your time and attention, commanding you to practice multitasking. “Answer the phone.” “Click here.” “Push here.” “Open me.”… Continue reading How to Stress Less

Multitasking Can Be a Good Thing

Who says you can’t do two things at once and do them both well? Multitasking isn’t always a bad thing. In fact, older adults who rode on a stationary bike while completing cognitive tasks found that their cycling speed increased without damaging their cognitive performance. Results of the study, which was supported by a grant… Continue reading Multitasking Can Be a Good Thing