How does spending too much time online change your brain? When social media first became mainstream, it was touted as a way to promote social connection and togetherness. Over the years, these sites have become known for prioritizing hostility and negativity over positive interactions. So why do people continue using social media? And how is that use impacting your brain? I’m excited to welcome Dr. Ben Rein to the show today. Dr. Rein has completed groundbreaking research on the neurobiology of social behavior. His insights have gained him recognition from some of the top institutions around the world and he’s here to help shed some light on why it’s easier for people to behave negatively online. Watch more videos like this 👇 4 Ways Technology is Ruining Your Brain Health: https://youtu.be/M4oPGGh-Svo Dr. Lieberman Explains How to Treat the Root Cause of Addiction!: https://youtu.be/8nXR6PzCJZ0 Why 1% More Effort Can Change Your Life: https://youtu.be/C9gVCEeugmg How to Make Better Choices - ft. Ryan Leveque: https://youtu.be/X3RV5FlO7hA 0:00 Dr. Ben Rein 3:03 3 Tips for brain health 8:14 How social media is impacting the new generation 11:12 Why people are mean online 17:44 Are you addicted to social media? 21:02 How to detox from social media 25:49 How algorithms are capturing your attention 28:38 How to filter information 31:59 The future of how we relate to social media 34:37 Dr. Ben Rein's learning list Do you want to LEARN, READ, & REMEMBER anything in half the time? Receive my 3-part memory training today for FREE: https://bit.ly/4hnjOZG SUBSCRIBE for more Kwik Brain tips: https://www.youtube.com/kwiklearning?sub_confirmation=1 Sharpen your mind and shape your future with our Kwik Brain newsletter: https://bit.ly/3YnWeFJ FOLLOW JIM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimkwik/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/jimkwik Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jimkwikofficial/ Website: https://KwikBrain.com/