Techno-mediated cognitive processes

Autori

  • Federica Arena <span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span lang="EN-US"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Odontoiatriche e di Imaging Morfofunzionale, Università di Messina; Unità Psichiatrica Policlinico, Italia</span></span></span></span></span></span></span>
  • Alessandra Sara Accetta <span lang="EN-US"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Odontoiatriche e di Imaging Morfofunzionale, Università di Messina; Unità Psichiatrica Policlinico, Italia,</span></span></span>
  • Francesca Godfrey <span lang="EN-US"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;"><span style="vertical-align: inherit;">Dipartimento di Scienze Biomediche, Odontoiatriche e di Imaging Morfofunzionale, Università di Messina; Unità Psichiatrica Policlinico, Italia,</span></span></span>
  • Cristina Bartolotta Psy. D. University of  Messina, Italy
  • Claudia Scaramuzzino <p style="text-align: left;" align="center">Department “Scienze della Salute”, University of “Magna Graecia” of Catanzaro, Italy</p>

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.13129/3035-1383/asmc-4580

Parole chiave:

Cognitive processes, technologies, adolescence

Abstract

The pervasive integration of digital technologies in daily life, particularly among the youngest, is changing the functioning of the brain due to its neuroplasticity.  This review explores the impact of technology use on cognitive processes such as memory, attention and multitasking.  Excessive time spent on screens and social media are associated with attention difficulties, such as reduced concentration and increased susceptibility to distractions, and structural changes in the underlying brain regions, resulting in reduced cognitive flexibility. Similarly, the use of digital instruments for storing information affects memory processing, often reducing long-term retention. However, structured digital interventions, such as video game training, have demonstrated potential benefits, including improvements in working memory, attention span and cognitive flexibility. These findings highlight the dual nature of the relationship between technology use and cognition, underlying the importance of conscious and balanced use. Further research is needed to understand the long-term impacts and to develop strategies that optimise the cognitive benefits of technology and reduce its risks

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Pubblicato

2025-08-31

Fascicolo

V. 2 N. 1 (2025)

Sezione

Techno-Addiction

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