People need this 'essential' cognitive ability—and fewer have it than ever before, says psychologist: 'It's a major concern'

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People are losing receptivity and judgment skills due to everyday technology use, says organizational psychologist Richard Davis. Here's what you can do about it.

People are losing the cognitive and social skills they need for a thriving personal and professional life, says organizational psychologist Richard Davis.

"What happens when Waze fails? When you don't have a cell signal? When we don't have ChatGPT?" says Davis. Showing an ability to complete tasks, solve problems and meet people on your own will make you go far, he says — someTry and limit how much you're reaching for your cell phone, Davis advises. Twenty percent of U.S. adults between ages 18 and 29 are smartphone-dependent, according toAmy Blankson, a happiness expert and co-founder of the Digital Wellness Institute, told Make It last month.

 

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