Multitasking

Multitasking has been heralded as a skill in today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world. The ability to juggle multiple tasks at one time was seen as a valuable asset in many workplaces, and being a multitasker was hailed as a valuable skill.  However, growing evidence suggests multitasking may not be as effective as we think. In fact, it may even be harming our productivity and well-being. Why Multitasking is not appropiate way? Multitasking has several adverse effects. Let us look at some of the ones highlighted by William D King of ABA. Reduces Productivity It may not seem like it, but according to William D King, people who multitasked while working on cognitively demanding tasks saw their productivity drop instead of going up. This is because when you try to do two things at once, your brain has to switch between the two tasks rapidly. This switching process uses up valuable resources and can lead to mistakes. Increases Stress Levels Multitasking can also be stressful. A study by the University of Sussex found that people who regularly multitask had higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This can lead to anxiety, sleep problems, and other health issues. Multitasking can result in lower productivity and decreased accuracy. Additionally, multitasking can lead to information overload, which can cause forgetfulness and difficulty concentrating. Decreases Focus When you try to do… Read More »Reasons To Stop Multitasking