The world is full of distractions, like intrusive memories, worries about the future and reminders of things to do.

A new study reveals that upsetting distractions significantly impair our ability to sustain attention and also linger more strongly in memory.

Cell phones can divert attention away from lessons, leading to decreased academic performance. Social media notifications, games and texting are all temptations that can easily sidetrack students ...

“Constant digital distractions throughout the school day are hurting our kids ... including the emergence of apps that can ...

Easier for there to be a clear, rigid rule that says schools are learning environments, not places for distraction machines to burn holes in kids’ pockets, turning teachers into enforcers all ...