Brain Damaging Habits You Should Definitely Avoid

Excessive Use Of Electronics

Excessive use of electronics can lead to issues with brain health. This is particularly important when the electronics use is an addictive behavior. Researchers have discovered individuals can become addicted to the internet and gaming. Addiction is different from overuse because it is a mental illness, and it can be one of multiple unhealthy coping mechanisms. In individuals with gaming and internet addiction, multiple studies indicate the brain's gray matter begins to atrophy. The frontal lobe was affected, leading to impairment in executive functioning. In addition, the striatum had lower volume. This part of the brain suppresses socially inappropriate impulses and creates reward pathways. The brain's white matter was also compromised, becoming 'spotty.' In turn, this caused the brain to have trouble with communication. Gaming and internet addicts have also been shown to have reduced cortical thickness, which causes cognitive impairment.

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