Can a break from your smartphone actually reverse cognitive decline? In a recent feature for The Washington Post, Dr. Kushlev discusses a study on digital detox he co-authored, published in PNAS Nexus. The study found that participants who limited their mobile internet use for just 14 days saw improvements in sustained attention equivalent to reversing a decade of age-related cognitive decline. Beyond focus, the study also noted significant boosts in mental health and well-being. Overall, the research suggests that even short or imperfect breaks from our devices can lead to lasting positive changes. Read the full article here.