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"Combining philosophy and literature, this book considers distraction not as an imperfection, but as a mental state with political and aesthetic potential"--
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What are the benefits and negative consequences of our increased connectivity at school, at work, and at home? Is being constantly distracted now a worldwide problem? This book examines how new technologies and social pressures have changed the way we use our attention, and the extent to which they drive us to distraction, by interpreting hundreds of scientific studies from the literatures in cognitive and social psychology, sociology, communication, management, and decision making. While distraction is ever-present in daily life, staying connected in an efficient way is the goal for one and all. To accomplish that, some amount of fine-tuning of typical interactions with technology is in order. Nearly everyone recognizes the addictive nature of constant connectivity-and its destructive effect on productivity and quality of work. But the availability of technology also promotes better engagement, control, and flexibility in both professional and personal settings. An in-depth analysis of these tradeoffs can lead to smarter choices about when and how to be connected throughout the day and across settings. The ultimate objective is to have technology enhance our lives without serving as a source of constant distraction. Distracted: Staying Connected without Losing Focus explains the nuances of what this addiction stems from-considering both societal and technological factors-and identifies both the invaluable opportunities and the counterproductive consequences of living in our technology-enabled, instant-access-to-everything world. The chapters examine a wide swath of scientific research to expose how technology use affects our attention and the extent to which it causes distraction. Authors Terri Kurtzberg and Jennifer Gibbs apply the science of human attention to reveal how specific areas of our lives are significantly changed with the advent of "continuous connectedness," including in the workplace, in personal relationships, in childhood development, and with regard to education and learning. Readers will clearly understand why multitasking fails us, what the consequences are-to ourselves and those around us-of being focused on a screen for much of the day, and how each of us can adjust our use of technology in order to improve our lives.
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Teaches managers and leaders to cut through the static and hone their focusing skills In the current digital age, it is becoming increasingly more difficult to stay focused. Smartphones, tablets, smart watches, and other devices constantly vie for our attention. In both business and life, we are constantly bombarded with tweets, likes, mentions, and a constant stream of information. The inability to pay attention impacts learning, parenting, prioritizing, and leading. Not surprisingly, attention spans have gotten shorter. Already being pulled in a dozen directions every minute, managers and business leaders often struggle to address important issues and focus on everything that needs attention. Noise: Living and Leading When Nobody Can Focus teaches managers and leaders how to help themselves and others sharpen their focusing skills. In this follow-up to his first book Brief —the proven, step-by-step approach to clear, concise, and effective communication—author Joseph McCormack helps readers cut through the static and devote their attention to what is important. This engaging, informative book will help you: Apply effective, real-world techniques to hone your focus and reduce interference Learn the lessons taught to organizations such as Harley-Davidson, BMO Harris Bank, MasterCard, and the US Army Understand how modern technology can actually strengthen your focus if used correctly Avoid becoming a casualty of “weapons of mass distraction” Noise: Living and Leading When Nobody Can Focus is a valuable resource for leaders and managers seeking to develop laser-sharp focus and apply it to everything you do.
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This book explores cognitive control strategies in response to task-irrelevant sounds, focusing on how individuals maintain goal-directed behavior amidst auditory distractions. The research, conducted by Örn Kolbeinsson, investigates the use of cognitive and emotional regulation strategies and their delayed consequences. Through experimental studies, it examines how people cope with distracting sounds and the relationship between these strategies and subjective emotional experiences. The findings suggest that mental suppression of sound can lead to delayed consequences, highlighting the importance of developing adaptive coping mechanisms. The book is aimed at scholars and practitioners in behavioral science, psychology, and cognitive studies.
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Présentation du processus cognitif de l'attention et de son influence sur les diverses activités du quotidien comme conduire, naviguer sur Internet, lire, mener une conversation, etc.
Attention --- Distraction (Psychology) --- Interest (Psychology) --- Distraction --- Interêt (Psychologie)
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« Le poisson rouge tourne dans son bocal. Il semble redécouvrir le monde à chaque tour. Les ingénieurs de Google ont réussi à calculer la durée maximale de son attention : 8 secondes. Ces mêmes ingénieurs ont évalué la durée d’attention de la génération des millenials, celle qui a grandi avec les écrans connectés : 9 secondes. Nous sommes devenus des poissons rouges, enfermés dans le bocal de nos écrans, soumis au manège de nos alertes et de nos messages instantanés. Une étude du Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology évalue à 30 minutes le temps maximum d’exposition aux réseaux sociaux et aux écrans d’Internet au-delà duquel apparaît une menace pour la santé mentale. D’après cette étude, mon cas est désespéré, tant ma pratique quotidienne est celle d’une dépendance aux signaux qui encombrent l’écran de mon téléphone. Nous sommes tous sur le chemin de l’addiction : enfants, jeunes, adultes. Pour ceux qui ont cru à l’utopie numérique, dont je fais partie, le temps des regrets est arrivé. Ainsi de Tim Berners Lee, « l’inventeur » du web, qui essaie de désormais de créer un contre-Internet pour annihiler sa création première. L’utopie, pourtant, était belle, qui rassemblait, en une communion identique, adeptes de Teilhard de Chardin ou libertaires californiens sous acide. La servitude numérique est le modèle qu’ont construit les nouveaux empires, sans l’avoir prévu, mais avec une détermination implacable. Au cœur du réacteur, nul déterminisme technologique, mais un projet qui traduit la mutation d’un nouveau capitaliste : l’économie de l’attention. Il s’agit d’augmenter la productivité du temps pour en extraire encore plus de valeur. Après avoir réduit l’espace, il s’agit d’étendre le temps tout en le comprimant, et de créer un instantané infini. L’accélération générale a remplacé l’habitude par l’attention, et la satisfaction par l’addiction. Et les algorithmes sont aujourd’hui les machines-outils de cette économie… Cette économie de l’attention détruit, peu à peu, nos repères. Notre rapport aux médias, à l’espace public, au savoir, à la vérité, à l’information, rien n’échappe à l’économie de l’attention qui préfère les réflexes à la réflexion et les passions à la raison. Les lumières philosophiques s’éteignent au profit des signaux numériques. Le marché de l’attention, c’est la société de la fatigue. Les regrets, toutefois, ne servent à rien. Le temps du combat est arrivé, non pas pour rejeter la civilisation numérique, mais pour en transformer la nature économique et en faire un projet qui abandonne le cauchemar transhumaniste pour retrouver l’idéal humain… »
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Distraction (Psychology) --- Attention. --- Interest (Psychology)
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Distraction (Psychology) --- Attention. --- Interest (Psychology)
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