I Have Learned that Smartphones Are Kind of Like Brain Candy

Technology is a double-edged sword. It might make new kinds of innovation possible, but it also can have problematic effects on the way human beings exist in the world. I have learned that I need to give myself breaks from my phone and computers, for example, and carve out time to read a book before bed. If you want to see a great little video explaining how constant communication affects the brain, the Wall Street Journal has what you need.

It’s an edifying watch for teachers, parents, and students alike.