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Two-Week Smartphone Detox Reverses Cognitive Aging by 10 Years

3/28/2025

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A groundbreaking Canadian study reveals that a mere two-week break from smartphones can turn back the clock on cognitive aging by ten years. Participants experienced enhanced mental health and sharper attention spans after using an app to block internet access. This research underscores the detrimental effects of constant connectivity and champions the transformative power of a digital detox.

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A groundbreaking Canadian study reveals that a mere two-week break from smartphones can turn back the clock on cognitive aging by ten years. Participants experienced enhanced mental health and sharper attention spans after using an app to block internet access. This research underscores the detrimental effects of constant connectivity and champions the transformative power of a digital detox.