Stress-Free Living The Dangers of Multitasking By Jane Farrell WeΓÇÖre all beyond busy these days. Whether weΓÇÖre texting while weΓÇÖre 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 to multitasking: Brain fatigue Increased error risk Impaired ability to do any task well Hindering of deeper experiences Increased stress At the same time, Sood says, multitasking is inevitable these days. Doing it only when itΓÇÖs appropriate can help you avoid the negative consequences. Click here for a video, courtesy of Mayo Clinic, to learn more about dealing with multitasking. For more information on health issues, visit www.mayoclinic.org.