Overexposure to constant stimuli is one of the most notorious characteristics of digital societies, even though some people handle this rhythm better than others. The continual siren call of digital devices prevents the brain from taking the necessary breaks it needs. This constant state of vigilance can accumulate stress and ultimately become a health issue.

Are we becoming addicted to our digital devices? Similar to drugs, the digital environment activates the reward system. However, without causing serious mental or physical harm, we cannot categorize it as addiction in the medical sense of the term. Nevertheless, the pervasive presence of technology and its negative impact on our cognitive skills, as well as our overall mental health, undoubtedly represent one of the significant challenges facing modern societies.

Documentary: Brain Overlaod
Directed by: Laurence Serfaty
Production: ZED, Arte France, INSERM

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