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the shallows what the internet is doing to our br

net use rewires neural pathways, promoting quick, surface-level processing at the expense of deep, reflective thinking. What concerns does 'The Shallows' raise about the internet's influence on our social skills? The book

Tommy Jacobs • Feb 7, 2026

the shallows how the internet is changing the way

geography and technology—letters, telegrams, and face-to-face conversations. The internet has radically condensed these boundaries, enabling instantaneous exchanges with anyone, anywhere. Key Changes Include: Real-time Communication: Messaging apps, video calls, and soci

Kristen Friesen • Sep 6, 2025