Psychon Bull Rev April 2016 PMID 26223469

Media multitasking and memory: Differences in working memory and long-term memory.

Melina R Uncapher, Monica K Thieu, Anthony D Wagner

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25
Peak: 3 in Oct 2020
across 6 sources since Dec 2015

Extended reach

123,708
potential audience

Total likes

1,395

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Dec 2015 – Nov 2025

Where it's discussed

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

Many users acknowledge the research's message, with phrases like 'messing with your memory' and 'ruin your brain' indicating concern. The tone varies from casual mentions to slightly more engaged reactions, such as quoting the study or noting the importance of not multitasking excessively, but overall, the dialogue remains surface-level with occasional references to the research article for credibility.

AgreementStrong agreement

Most discussions agree with the article's findings that heavy media multitasking negatively affects memory performance.

InterestModerate interest

Participants express moderate interest, with some focusing on the practical implications, while others show only casual awareness.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect basic acknowledgment of the research, with a few users referencing the source or expressing concern about their habits.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest some awareness of memory issues related to multitasking, but overall, the conversations have limited depth in terms of exploring broader effects.

Abstract in brief

  • Media multitasking, or using multiple media streams at once, is linked to cognitive differences like difficulty filtering distractions and higher impulsivity.
  • Heavy media multitaskers (HMMs) tend to have lower working memory (WM) performance, which in turn predicts poorer long-term memory (LTM) outcomes.
  • These memory and attention issues are related to increased attentional impulsivity and a broader focus of attention, which hampers their ability to hold precise, goal-relevant information both in the moment and from the past.]

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Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

Jan 15, 2019 · 5 likes · 1 share · 23,512 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

Jan 23, 2023 · 4 likes · 23,512 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users. https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

Oct 8, 2020 · 4 likes · 23,512 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email while in lockdown could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

May 6, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 23,512 followers View post →
Neurofit
@neurofitvr · X

Uncapher, M. R., K Thieu, M., & Wagner, A. D. (2016). Media multitasking and memory: Differences in working memory and long-term memory. Psychonomic bulletin & review, 23(2), 483–490. https://t.co/ddHGPgztnY

Sep 2, 2020 · 2 likes · 390 followers View post →
Örjan
@oluies · X

@MaraMackan @LillaHippie Tror att många faller i fällan att konsumera media/arbeta/lyssna på något samtidigt. Något som forskning påvisat vara dåligt ref https://t.co/ESO8DeRHPw

Mar 12, 2021 · 1 like · 972 followers View post →

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Victor Gab Clatici
@claticivg · X

#multitasking #memory #ContextSwitch #XpV #GhostCoach https://t.co/ZhssbJCTVv

May 15, 2024 · 899 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

Jan 23, 2023 · 4 likes · 23,512 followers View post →
Deidre S. Powell
@deidrespowell · X

Multitasking can ruin your brain! Read this article: Media multitasking and memory: Differences in working memory and long-term memory - PubMed https://t.co/BGG7uqEtJF

May 5, 2022 · 395 followers View post →
Örjan
@oluies · X

@MaraMackan @LillaHippie Tror att många faller i fällan att konsumera media/arbeta/lyssna på något samtidigt. Något som forskning påvisat vara dåligt ref https://t.co/ESO8DeRHPw

Mar 12, 2021 · 1 like · 972 followers View post →
Örjan
@oluies · X

@JonathanRL Den här läste jag precis https://t.co/ESO8DeRHPw

Oct 25, 2020 · 972 followers View post →
Örjan
@oluies · X

Media multitasking and memory: Differences in working memory and long-term memory https://t.co/ESO8DeRHPw

Oct 17, 2020 · 1 like · 972 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users. https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

Oct 8, 2020 · 4 likes · 23,512 followers View post →
Neurofit
@neurofitvr · X

Uncapher, M. R., K Thieu, M., & Wagner, A. D. (2016). Media multitasking and memory: Differences in working memory and long-term memory. Psychonomic bulletin & review, 23(2), 483–490. https://t.co/ddHGPgztnY

Sep 2, 2020 · 2 likes · 390 followers View post →
Dr. Fathima Mahomed (PhD)
@FathimaM3 · X

RT @DrMichaelMol: Constantly checking your social feeds and email while in lockdown could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multita…

May 6, 2020 · 1 share · 1,797 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email while in lockdown could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

May 6, 2020 · 2 likes · 1 share · 23,512 followers View post →
Dr Michael Mol
@DrMichaelMol · X

Constantly checking your social feeds and email could be messing with your #memory. Heavy media multitaskers tend to have a poorer working memory compared to light media users https://t.co/Pm5CFEehUQ

Jan 15, 2019 · 5 likes · 1 share · 23,512 followers View post →
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