Int J Environ Res Public Health December 2020 PMID 33348890

Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes.

Josh A Firth, John Torous, Joseph Firth

Mentions

27
Peak: 16 in Dec 2020
across 4 sources since Dec 2020

Extended reach

120,878
potential audience

Total likes

45

Video views

333

Mentions per month

Dec 2020 – May 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter18 posts
  • News5 articles
  • YouTube2 videos
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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The assessments reflect a generally supportive and concerned tone, with phrases like 'relevant in lockdown times' and questions about how internet use affects cognition, indicating a moderate level of interest and engagement. The tone is mostly observational, showing awareness without deep dives into methodology or implications.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the importance of the research, with some expressing curiosity and support for exploring internet’s effects.

InterestModerate interest

Posts show moderate interest, highlighting relevance especially in the context of lockdowns, but lacking deep engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments largely express curiosity rather than detailed analysis, with some invites to discuss applications.

ImpactNeutral impact

Discussions suggest increased awareness but do not emphasize significant or transformative impacts, focusing instead on relevance and awareness.

Abstract in brief

  • The rapid increase in internet use has significant effects on memory and attention, prompting research into how digital engagement influences brain functions and cognition.
  • Current studies explore how internet use impacts attention processes and the neurobiological mechanisms that support memory, highlighting both individual differences and broader population effects.
  • Future research needs to focus on how individual internet habits vary, how these behaviors affect cognitive development at different ages, and the underlying brain structures involved in these processes.]

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Joseph Firth
@JosephFirthUoM · X

New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more relevant in lockdown times! with @JoshAFirth @JohnTorousMD https://t.co/4ZTeGpQXqi

Dec 22, 2020 · 12 likes · 7 shares · 5,913 followers View post →
Josh Firth
@JoshAFirth · X

How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD reviewing the impact of the online world on our cognitive processes: https://t.co/5uFlVepsQe

Dec 22, 2020 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 4,081 followers View post →
Oxford Psychiatry
@OxPsychiatry · X

Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes. https://t.co/XAKPmpMmSx

Dec 23, 2020 · 6 likes · 22,098 followers View post →
Oxford Psychiatry
@OxPsychiatry · X

Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes. https://t.co/uEQyHmvu3u

Feb 5, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 22,098 followers View post →
Lisa Gualtieri
@lisagualtieri · X

RT @JoshAFirth: How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD r…

Dec 22, 2020 · 5 shares · 26,853 followers View post →
John Torous, MD MBI
@JohnTorousMD · X

RT @JoshAFirth: How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD r…

Dec 22, 2020 · 5 shares · 9,496 followers View post →

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RT @OxPsychiatry: Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes. https://t.co/uEQyHmvu3u

Feb 5, 2021 · 1 share · 5,136 followers View post →
Oxford Psychiatry
@OxPsychiatry · X

Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes. https://t.co/uEQyHmvu3u

Feb 5, 2021 · 3 likes · 1 share · 22,098 followers View post →
ReCODE Health
@ReCODE_Health · X

RT @PhysMentManc: New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more re…

Dec 25, 2020 · 7 shares · 1,045 followers View post →
Martha
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Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes. https://t.co/GdAACCFbs6

Dec 23, 2020 · 2,160 followers View post →
Mary
@bcastbloggers · X

Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes. https://t.co/dVAIXQEnHf

Dec 23, 2020 · 1,141 followers View post →
Oxford Psychiatry
@OxPsychiatry · X

Exploring the Impact of Internet Use on Memory and Attention Processes. https://t.co/XAKPmpMmSx

Dec 23, 2020 · 6 likes · 22,098 followers View post →
Henry Onyeaka,MD,MPH
@HenryKOnyeaka · X

RT @PhysMentManc: New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more re…

Dec 22, 2020 · 7 shares · 196 followers View post →
Lucassen lab University of Amsterdam
@LucassenPJ · X

RT @PhysMentManc: New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more re…

Dec 22, 2020 · 7 shares · 1,474 followers View post →
Nishant Kumar
@_NishantK · X

RT @JoshAFirth: How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD r…

Dec 22, 2020 · 5 shares · 1,205 followers View post →
James T. Stroud
@jamesTstroud · X

RT @JoshAFirth: How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD r…

Dec 22, 2020 · 5 shares · 2,391 followers View post →
GEPESM
@gepesmufsm · X

RT @PhysMentManc: New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more re…

Dec 22, 2020 · 7 shares · 1,070 followers View post →
Lisa Gualtieri
@lisagualtieri · X

RT @JoshAFirth: How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD r…

Dec 22, 2020 · 5 shares · 26,853 followers View post →
John Torous, MD MBI
@JohnTorousMD · X

RT @JoshAFirth: How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD r…

Dec 22, 2020 · 5 shares · 9,496 followers View post →
Josh Firth
@JoshAFirth · X

How does internet use affect our memory and attention? New paper out now in @IJERPH_MDPI w/ @PhysMentManc & @JohnTorousMD reviewing the impact of the online world on our cognitive processes: https://t.co/5uFlVepsQe

Dec 22, 2020 · 11 likes · 5 shares · 4,081 followers View post →
John Torous, MD MBI
@JohnTorousMD · X

RT @PhysMentManc: New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more re…

Dec 22, 2020 · 7 shares · 9,496 followers View post →
Josh Firth
@JoshAFirth · X

RT @PhysMentManc: New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more re…

Dec 22, 2020 · 7 shares · 4,081 followers View post →
Aaron Kandola
@KandolaAaron · X

RT @PhysMentManc: New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more re…

Dec 22, 2020 · 7 shares · 446 followers View post →
Joseph Firth
@JosephFirthUoM · X

New @IJERPH_MDPI paper discussing how extensive Internet usage may impact upon our Memory/Concentration. All the more relevant in lockdown times! with @JoshAFirth @JohnTorousMD https://t.co/4ZTeGpQXqi

Dec 22, 2020 · 12 likes · 7 shares · 5,913 followers View post →