# How Social Media Rewires Your Brain

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Podcast: [California News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/california-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610473)
Published: 2026-06-05T16:38:09+00:00
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## Resource

New research reveals how social media scrolling is literally rewiring our brains, shrinking attention spans and triggering dopamine loops with every notification. Scientists explain how our brains, once trained to focus, now crave constant stimulation — with real consequences for productivity and mental health. But hope is on the horizon: experts are developing digital detox strategies and therapies to help us reclaim focus in our hyper-connected world. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2e82ffc8ea0f4329

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