Spontaneous mind wandering linked to heavier social smartphone use
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People who frequently experience unintentional mind wandering spend more time using their smartphones for social purposes, according to new research. The study also found that mindfulness may reduce this link by weakening the mental preoccupation with online content.
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Original Title: Spontaneous mind wandering linked to heavier social smartphone use | The findings suggest that this link is influenced by a mental tendency called online vigilance, and that mindfulness might weaken the connection.