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“Most of us avoid boredom if we can, Dr. Byers explained, and multitasking is a reliable way to ward it off.”

Analyzed on 2026-08-22T05:04:42+00:00 · Last updated 2026-08-22

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Most of us avoid boredom if we can, Dr. Byers explained, and multitasking is a reliable way to ward it off.

Extracted from: Multitasking Is a Bad Habit. Here’s How to Stop (Kind of). , The New York Times

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The New York Times nytimes.com credibility 0.85 Supports

“Most of us avoid boredom if we can, Dr. Byers explained, and multitasking is a reliable way to ward it off.”

Multitasking Is a Bad Habit. Here’s How to Stop (Kind of).

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Claim ID CLM-F6A24826
Slug multitasking-is-a-reliable-way-to-ward-off-boredom-f6a24826
Origin nytimes.com
Captured 213 d ago
Velocity 0.0/hr
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Psychology