Wednesday, November 15, 2006

Internet Multitasking Syndrome

by David Cohn
The overflow of information on the Internet can cause distractions--in the workplace, at home and within relationships. In an age of instant communication people are accustomed to getting news from multiple sources quickly and constantly. But with so much information on our plate, are we all developing Internet Multitasking Syndrome (IMS)? In this article, Cohn explores the ubiquitousness of the internet and the symptoms of IMS. Do you suffer from Internet Multitasking Syndrome?
-Interested in David Cohn's article? Contact him at dc2298@columbia.edu