Digital amnesia is a term used to describe the phenomenon where people forget information that they store or can easily access on digital devices — like smartphones, computers, or the internet — instead of remembering it themselves
Causes of Digital Amnesia
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Overdependence on technology
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Relying on smartphones or cloud storage to remember phone numbers, passwords, directions, or even appointments.
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Instant access to information
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Multitasking and distractions
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Consequences of Digital Amnesia
Consequences of Digital Amnesia
- Weakened memory skills
- Reduced critical thinking
- Lower information retention in education
- Increased mental laziness
- Greater anxiety when devices aren’t available