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Your Stone Age Brain in the Screen Age is neurologist Richard Cytowic’s account of how human attention and reward systems interact with digital devices. The listing describes neuroscience explanations alongside practical actions for managing screen distraction and sensory overload.
At a glance
- Explains digital distraction through brain functions including reward, emotion and the orienting reflex.
- The listing says the book includes practical actions for changing technology habits.
- Addresses why developing brains may be particularly vulnerable to screen devices.
Reference price: $29.95
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- Connects neuroscience concepts such as dopamine and attention to everyday digital-device use.
- Pairs explanatory discussion with practical actions, rather than focusing only on theory.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | The MIT Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | September 15, 2026 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 352 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0262057263 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0262057264 |
| Weight listed | 15 ounces |
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| Dimensions | 5.88 x 1 x 8.81 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers interested in the neuroscience behind digital distraction and screen habits.
- People looking for a general-audience discussion of attention, reward and sensory overload.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a technical neuroscience textbook or a device-specific guide. The listing presents an accessible explanatory book, not either of those formats.
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Frequently asked questions
What does this book cover?
The listing describes how brain systems involved in reward, emotion and attention relate to digital-device use, with practical actions for responding to distraction.
Who is the author?
The listing identifies neurologist Richard Cytowic as the author.
How long is the listed edition?
The listing gives a print length of 352 pages.
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