# Social Media Rewires Your Brain for Instant Rewards | San Jose News

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Podcast: [San Jose News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/san-jose-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463308)
Published: 2026-07-18T09:01:31+00:00
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## Resource

New research reveals how scrolling social media rewires our brains for instant gratification, making it harder to focus on complex tasks. Using brain imaging, scientists found that rapid, unpredictable content spikes dopamine, creating a craving for novelty that leaves us restless without it. This shift impacts learning, work, and daily focus — a wake-up call to consciously rebuild attention muscles in our digital age. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/c7030df72565b64c

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