Prof. Dr, Former Head of the Department of Neuroanatomy and Human Biology, Bielefeld University, Alliance for Humane Education, Germany
Research Article
No way out of the smartphone epidemic without taking into account the findings of brain research
Author(s): Gertraud Teuchert-Noodt* and Peter Hensinger
The widespread use of smartphones since the beginning of our
century has had a profound impact on the psychological and social
development of children and adolescents. The research paper by
Gertraud Teuchert-Noodt and Peter Hensinger analyzes, from a
neuroscience perspective, how the digital media use influences
brain development and why a change in approach is necessary. A
central concept in the paper is the role of Systemic Neuroplasticity,
particularly controlled by Hebb's learning synapse. For brain
maturation up to young adulthood, neuroplasticity typically enables
neuronal networks to adapt and function by maturing transmitters,
hormones and even receptive fields. This process helps form stable
neural networks and subsystems not only during early development
but up to young adulthood. Screen media consumption leads
to sensory-m.. View More»
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