How Endless Reels Are Rewiring Your Brain and Destroying Your Focus

| Mar 16, 2026, 06:14:57 PM | TOI.in
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Scrolling reels for hours may feel harmless, but neuroscience is revealing a troubling impact on the brain. Studies show heavy short-form video consumption may weaken the prefrontal cortex — the part responsible for focus, decision-making, and self-control. With billions watching Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts every day, scientists are now asking a serious question: is infinite scrolling quietly shrinking our attention span?

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