News Apps Are Hijacking Your Brain (Here's How to Fight Back)

1-Minute Wonder with Kay Rubacek

News Apps Are Hijacking Your Brain (Here's How to Fight Back)

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News Apps Are Hijacking Your Brain (Here's How to Fight Back)

Aug 26, 2025

Your news app isn't just informing you, it's rewiring your brain for anxiety and addiction.

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