7 Harmful Habits That KILL Your Brain

In this video, we're going to discuss seven harmful habits that can actually kill your brain cells. These everyday habits may seem harmless, but over time they can take a serious toll on your brain health. We'll explore the science behind each of these habits and offer tips for breaking them. Whether you're looking to boost your cognitive function, improve your mental health or just want to feel your best, this video is a must-watch.So here are seven harmful habits that can kill your brain.
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Writer: Max Feng
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How Posture Influences Your Physical and Mental Health. (n.d.). Montare Behavioral Health. montarebehavioralhealth.com/posture-and-mental-health/
Garrett, Z. K., Pearson, J., & Subudhi, A. W. (2017). Postural effects on cerebral blood flow and autoregulation. Physiological reports, 5(4), e13150. doi.org/10.14814/phy2.13150
Kim, L. (2015, July 15). Multitasking Is Killing Your Brain. Inc. www.inc.com/larry-kim/why-multi-tasking-is-killing-your-brain.html
Madore, K.P., Khazenzon, A.M., Backes, C.W. et al. Memory failure predicted by attention lapsing and media multitasking. Nature 587, 87-91 (2020). doi.org/10.1038/s41586-020-2870-z
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Fayaz, I. (n.d.). How Dehydration Affects Your Brain. Fayaz Neurosurgery. fayazneurosurgery.com/how-dehydration-affects-your-brain/
Faraco, G., Hochrainer, K., Segarra, S. G., Schaeffer, S., Santisteban, M. M., Menon, A., Jiang, H., Holtzman, D. M., Anrather, J., & Iadecola, C. (2019). Dietary salt promotes cognitive impairment through tau phosphorylation. Nature, 574(7780), 686-690. doi.org/10.1038/s41586-019-1688-z
Lupien, S. J et al. (2018). The effects of chronic stress on the human brain: From neurotoxicity, to vulnerability, to opportunity. Frontiers in Neuroendocrinology, 49(April), 91-105. doi.org/10.1016/j.yfrne.2018.02.001

[@idontcare766]

I really have a problem with chronic stress and excessive screen time, but I have anxiety and I’m addicted to my phone 💀

[@Psych2go]

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. In your opinion, do you think you're addicted to your phone because of your chronic stress and anxiety?

[@xeizero]

​@@Psych2go Yes. I usually go to my phone to temporarily get my mind off stress, anxiety, depression. It's so addictive cause it makes me feel better. Its hard

[@idontcare766]

@@Psych2go yes, I think it do. I think I go on my phone excessively to try and drown out the intrusive thoughts I have. It gets so tiring sometimes

[@wolfiethe2nd]

Bro.. same :,(

[@Sourena05]

@@idontcare766 replace it with something you love to do or with trying to reach to one of your goals

[@justanomorifan3059]

Time stamps 0:35 not giving it a challenge 1:20 not hydrating 2:15 not addressing chronic stress 3:18 consuming to much salt 3:57 multi-tasking 5:05 to much screen time 5:54 slouching or poor posture

[@darthvader473]

Thanks!

[@Psych2go]

Thank you for the timestamps!

[@darthvader473]

​@@Psych2go Thanks for the video. I'll try not to be on screen time all the time!

[@abbies1stspam]

it’s literally 1:55 am wtf am I doing with my life

[@IamJay02]

@@abbies1stspam 💀

[@ikasugami8066]

Habits to get into and maintain: 1. Regularly challenge and stimulate your brain. 2. Drink plenty of water (and less alcohol, for that matter). 3. Address the stress. 4. Cut out the salt (and sugar, for that matter). 5. Focus on one thing at a time (and cut out distractions). 6. Decrease screen time, especially before bed. 7. Sit / stand up straight.

[@user-vm9hw4qd1q]

Но разве сахар не полезен для мозга?🤔

[@user-cf2gz8to6o]

Sugar is pretty important for your brain function, actually

[@digitalcamaro9708]

2 is a weird one for me. I love water, and drink liters of it a day, but thoroughly enjoy a glass of whiskey at the end of the day.

[@LopsideMakes]

Me watching this right before sleeping: 👁️ 👄 👁️

[@gabrielc7861]

​@@LopsideMakesgotta stay up tor 30 minutes now

[@clarissejoycepeda9950]

I find these pieces of information to be undeniably true. It wasn't until I found this video that I discovered how overwhelming these activities can be and how they impact our brains. I find myself checking all of these as symptoms of mine. It's excruciatingly sad, honestly, and I truly felt called out, realizing that I really have to put an end on what's been holding me back in order to regain my foothold in life. Wish me luck everyone!

[@itsraining4294]

Good luck!! Ur not alone, let’s do this together

[@meowmeowmoewoww]

good luck, my friend :D

[@andreafloresgarza8311]

Investing time and effort on oneself always pays off some way, but we need to trust and accept and forgive ourselves in our bad days

[@Anelet101]

I’m scared now

[@Anelet101]

I use salt every day

[@LittleShadow991]

It's kind of funny how one bad habit actually leads to several others... for example, I suffer from depression which causes a significant amount of stress in my daily life. Then because I feel so stressed out, I'm too exhausted to do anything so I resort just hunching over my phone, endlessly scrolling instead of engaging in something more stimulating... and as people with depression also know, your diet tends to suffer a little too The whole thing just kinda cycles from one underlying and overwhelming issue😅

[@verena9911]

I feel this so much

[@missplay3320]

That’s why now i have anemia.

[@Just_a_person_fr]

...time to check a physiatrist 🙊

[@legolastheelf708]

Make space for one good habit. Other habits will follow and you’ll find yourself in a virtuous circle.

[@EsotericBibleSecrets]

Humans are funny like that. We make a specific name for every part of the body. You could give a name to every petal of a flower if you wanted to, but it doesn't change the fact that the entire flower began with a single seed.

[@Flubby_Azul]

The hydrating one is very true, I used to never hydrating and I could never focus and never felt good until I started to drink more water. Stay hydrated guys!!!! 😊❤

[@Psych2go]

We are made of about 70% water afterall! Thanks for sharing your experience with us! 😊

[@koduflower2000]

Wow! It makes me thirsty after seeing bottles of water on the screen! Thanks! 🤩

[@Flubby_Azul]

​@@Psych2go Thank you very much, love to learn from your videos

[@AustinOzGraham]

So if I’m understanding this correctly, a considerable number of people who have computer/tech-related jobs are likely killing their brains at a faster rate because: - work on computer/phone usually leads to poor posture - work usually follows them home, results in more stress -> few breaks in work = little time to make time for self-care - work & stress (possibly relax time too) = more screen time - salty snacks and caffeine drinks = dehydration This is a worrying cycle, considering these all can feed into each other so easily. Also leads to a collection of muscular stresses within the body.

[@ProxymanDerk]

Don't forget the part where most jobs require you to be multitasking at all times, specially if your main tool is a computer

[@MugwumptheGrand]

The issue with studies is they are often affected by bias or outside influences not considered in the study. Consuming too much salt causing damage to the brain is likely true if the person is also not hydrating, but salt is also extremely important for helping the body store water, which helps the brain. Too much screen time is another one. I feel like the better question is "Which comes first, the decreased cortex thickness or the preference for screen time?" Do people with thinner cortexes prefer screens because they're easier for them to comprehend? Or do the screens actually cause the thinner cortexes?

[@HexterJexter]

Exactly my thoughts

[@chae1557]

Dude the more I read the more confused I get 😅

[@AgressorSQN]

Stay safe everyone

[@Psych2go]

You too!

[@Hi.iExist]

Wait stay safe from what? Is there something really bad happening rn? (I haven’t been keeping up with the news)

[@jos8009]

@@Hi.iExist No no, don’t worry. There’s nothing bad happening all around the world that you should worry about. That I know of, that is.

[@Alloy_Dreemurr]

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[@rest1585]

I’m not tripping right? That’s the sociopath in the thumbnail??

[@NightShroom]

I have the 3rd habit, and it is really killin' me. Thank you for addressing what I need to to do, the stress is pretty unbearable to a guy like me.

[@ikasugami8066]

Ya, # 3 is the big one for me. I always feel the need to get done as much as possible just so things get done, and there is a lot to get done. Even my planned week of me time has turned into taking the opportunity to get certain things done. 😩

[@callmeiza7]

mine is the 6th one

[@ADMICKEY]

​@@callmeiza7 I would say that too, but like Arizona heat said don't go outside, all my friends are on online realm, everything challenging is online, I read all my books when I was 11, and I already played DND with plushies a billion times.

[@Yeettube2777]

​@@ADMICKEY fr same are we twins?

[@TSTER_TEASER]

Man this is insane I have all 7, this explains why I forget a lot of times and a lot of other things I deal with daily in life😂

[@quaerite.]

I love how you actually give your sources so that we know you aren’t making anything up, and so we could find more information. It’s really helpful ❤ Edit: This is the moment I realized what my username is… 💀

[@Psych2go]

Glad that they could be of help. We try our best to be resourceful :)

[@deborahgivens5207]

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[@我妻選]

I think that the thinner cortex issue with people having excessive screen time stems not form the screen time itself, but rather, from how they utilize said time. If a person is using their device as a "zombie box", constantly feeding it useless information, or things for "shits and giggles" (such as memes, news, uninspiring video game playthroughs, etc.), naturally, they don't get to exercise their brain while at it. They shut it down, and let it roll. If person would spend more time researching stuff, solving problems, or otherwise tinkering or experimenting with something on their machine, even if in a video game, I think they would not suffer this issue, see no reason why. So, in my eyes, this is definitely a case of correlation, not causation.

[@epicm999]

CLUTCH

[@hnnhml]

Yep agree

[@thankersan]

Very well said. In the end, technology is just a tool, a means to an end, and how we utilize it is the most important factor. At the same time, with the rise of complex algorithms whose sole purpose is to attract people to their apps, it is becoming increasingly difficult to use technology in a healthy manner.

[@Steph737]

that make sense

[@doratheexporter916]

1: not giving it a challenge 💪🏻 2: not hydrating 💦 3:not addressing chronic stress😓 4: consuming too much salt 🧂 5: multitasking 😮‍💨 6: too much screen time 👩‍💻 7: slouching or poor posture ❤❤

[@IdentifiantE.S]

1 is soooooo true !

[@Sorontur3]

damn 6 out of 7. University is not making me any favors...

[@epik256]

Not giving it a challenge 😏

[@StargazeYT]

Stress × dehydration × lack of mental exercise × multi tasking × excessive screen time × poor posture × what else = everything I'm facing

[@sevrinaanastasia]

Psych2go never seizes to amaze me. The quality information put out to the public, the really cute and well done animations in the videos, the choice of music and the lovely voice the narrator(s) have just work in sync so well together. I'm always learning something new and the videos are always a joy to watch. Just beautiful!! This is my favourite channel, and I will continue sharing it with others. Keep up the good work! :-)

[@whitelichmage7004]

This is why i've started taking self-defense lessons in Karate, eating a mostly healthy nutritious diet consisting of lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables and green tea, reading books about history and limiting time spent on social media in order to keep my mind as young, quick and alert for as long as possible.

[@The_amazing-digital_circus]

I do karate too and you know 👁️👄👁️

[@Psych2go]

That's great to hear! It's wonderful that you're taking proactive steps towards maintaining your physical and mental well-being. :) How are you feeling now?

[@whitelichmage7004]

@@Psych2go Pretty good! I do have my occasional mood swings from time to time but everything is cool for the most part. It's like they say keep a positive attitude treat others with kindness and respect, and you'll receive great rewards that await you on your journey ahead.

[@thebettersidemedia]

Great 👍🏻

[@MaxGamer07wastaken]

Yeah... great... screens can lead to something like that. Now to figure out how to stop using them in a society that revolves around digital things even for actual work.

[@MasterSpartan69]

I try to remain hydrated, do what I can to address whatever stresses me to people that are patient enough with me to listen to me vent so I feel stress very little, I've been laying off the screens a little bit but not as much as I should start doing. Lately I've been focusing on myself a lot and trying to improve my mental health, since watching yer vids I've been feeling more motivated to keep giving the improvements going!

[@sebombastic]

Thanks so much! Please never stop making videos, keep it up!

[@ArtairMcKinley]

I’m 23 turning 24 on the 31st of this month and since coming forth and speaking my truth, freshly after escaping an abusive relationship with my assailant and abuser, I’ve actively sought out ways to enhance my mental prosperity. I’ve already been very knowledge-seeking since childhood, but upon wanting to recover I found myself thoroughly invested in educating myself any way possible. Following this, I’ve been working out more, staying hydrated and always finding things to research.

[@Psych2go]

Congrats on having a successful year and working on yourself!

[@darez8105]

Death ain't nothin' but a heartbeat away I'm livin' life, do or die, what can I say? I'm 23 now, but will I live to see 24? The way things is going, I don't know Tell me why are we so blind to see That the ones we hurt are you and me? I must :D

[@onyxlumis8825]

Un related but we have the same birthday! only I'm turning 25. Proud of you and your growth!

[@-1_void]

@@darez8105 We've been spending most of our lives livin in da gangsta's paradise x)

[@shacochad7052]

Who asked

[@WO_21]

One of the stress things I have been addressing but has been continuously growing is a very big and scary fear I’ve had since I found out my Nanny had cancer. My fear is that when I’m out or occupied on a very focus filling activity, something very bad will happen to my family. My mother lives on her own, and, this has given me the fear that if I’m out of the house, my mum will… Something would happen to her and I wouldn’t be able to help her in time… God, I’m beginning to tear up at just the thought right now…

[@Mr3DLC]

And what does your mother say bout that?

[@farheenzara123]

OMG I AM SO SORRY FOR YOU

[@farheenzara123]

OMG I AM SO SORRY FOR YOU

[@jiminycricket6428]

Do not fear change, change fear

[@irene_f.]

Is it possible to get "Medical Alert" ? My father used to have that & he had a watch (or you can choose a necklace) plus there is a small device that interacts speaking with the person. It's wonderful because they just push a button on their watch or necklace & if they don't answer the small device right away (which sits on a table) - the people at medical alert will alert you and call an ambulance if necessary, plus you can keep a house key in a Lockbox so they can get inside to help.

[@learnwithberryafaithfulser5565]

As a seeker of knowledge, this is very helpful. Thank you so much!!!

[@LORDXKITTY]

I feel like this videos has just called me out on my everyday habits, and I like that.

[@Hi.iExist]

7 habits that kill your brain 1) 0:34 - Not giving it a challenge 2) 1:21 - Not hydrating 3) 2:16 - Not addressing chronic stress 4) 3:18 - Consuming too much salt 5) 3:58 - Multitasking 6) 5:06 - Too much screen time 7) 5:55 - Slouching or poor posture

[@Psych2go]

So helpful! :)

[@Hi.iExist]

@@Psych2go thanks!

[@eyekayyy]

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[@davidedalterio4979]

I have a question regarding the screentime. Currently, I'm attending Screenwriting classes and I have to costantly use the computer in order to either write or watching movies; not just that, but I also have the hobby of making reviews and I wish to transform that in a job as well, by publishing essays and working for some site. How can I do this on a costant basis without affecting my mental health?

[@RayPeng-07]

It always helps! Cool that some ppl do such a list of points of the video x3

[@SleppySnek]

Okay, I don't usually do this, but I can't help but love your voice. So calm and relaxing, while also giving off vibes of elegance and intelligence. This video is very interesting, I always try to be healthy and some of those I had no idea were bad for mental health. Time for some self-improvement 💪

[@HorseloverFat1984]

Currently my third favorite human voice only topped by Michael Sealey and Peyton List.

[@hnnhml]

Couldnt agree more

[@taisiaeng5]

Wow! I have heard about all thes tips so many times, but this cute video actually made me to think about it... Thank you!

[@SoraChanx33]

the art in this video is sooo cute. i love the way the characters got hairstyles and individual leafs, while the style stays very similar to the original design! great work!

[@Psychol-Snooper]

Too much water can harm your brain as well, causing conditions that can also harm your brain like water intoxication, or water toxicity. The recommendation of 8 glasses a day is needlessly confusing but that actually represents about two liters a day. Another way to monitor this is by urine color: it should be pale yellow, not dark, or clear.

[@XplosivDS]

I don't think most of us are drinking more water than you need but yes

[@Psychol-Snooper]

@@XplosivDS Weirdly passive aggressive comment, but yes: some people might not need an guideline for how much water they should be drinking, but if one person does then that is more than enough reason to make a helpful comment. It's not like you can overload your brain with knowledge. :)

[@XplosivDS]

@@Psychol-Snooper Oh, sorry if it sounded aggressive. I was just saying that thankfully it's not something most people should worry about since most are drinking less water than you need rather than more. But if you are it's definitely worth knowing, sorry for the confusion!

[@Psychol-Snooper]

@@XplosivDS Thanks for the clarification (I've adjusted my previous comment.) The color guideline should be helpful for anyone. Drinking too much water can compound low mineral levels like potassium, which is one that even healthy westerners often struggle with. It can cause muscular cramping in the extremities, and make it harder to remove sodium from your body, adding to the brain issues mentioned in the video.

[@TheEchelon]

@@Psychol-SnooperThere was nothing passive aggressive about that comment. They also made a valid point. Most people drink too little, not too much. "Too much" is never good.

[@BirdFlu760]

This is the first video I've watched from this channel in a long time, I miss these videos

[@ZxW-ho6qc]

And I miss you

[@reliabilitysoberity]

KZbin love story 🤯🤯

[@BirdFlu760]

@@reliabilitysoberity 😏😏

[@Psych2go]

We're so glad you could join us today. We hope you're doing well and that you enjoyed the video :)

[@darthvader473]

Believe me, I haven't either. It's good to be back!

[@jujuoof174]

Thank you for the trips, I'll try my hardest to follow them!

[@angelaharris1112]

I was just diagnosed with frontal-lobe mild dementia. All this is sooo important. I spend way to much time on my phone, and if not for walking my dog, i wouldnt get any exercise. I was always a great multi tasker, but no more. I was an accountabt all my life and i can't even do that anymore.

[@kavinaderrow3269]

Yeah, turns out the whole "eight glasses a day" thing is a myth. It actually depends on the person. Also, we receive water from fruits and veggies.

[@mr.vargas5648]

We actually receive water from most things we eat.

[@vibrantgleam]

@@mr.vargas5648 So that's why I always feel so damn hydrated.. Also does drinking soda count?? XD

[@XplosivDS]

@@vibrantgleam Don't think so, the water that is there (if there's anything at all) likely won't do as much if is was isolated, I think it has to do with bioavailability or something

[@vibrantgleam]

@@XplosivDS my smoll brain can't process this

[@nevertoolate.]

@@vibrantgleam You don't have a small brain, you just lack knowledge about this specific subject, it isn't very hard to look bioavailability up.

[@shanazmohamed2487]

Yet another informative and motivational video. Informative as in you keep us aware of our bad habits if we have any. Motivational as in you give us a chance to work on those habits for a better change. Thank you psych2go

[@Psych2go]

Thank you so much for watching and for the kind words! :)

[@jenhen1791]

Oh wow, Psychtogo. Thank you so so much for this video. Its December, and this is probably the most helpful video Ive watched in KZbin. Period. I definitely need to improve my posture, and I'm not awful at staying hydrated, but I could do better. And a second thank you for making me feel much less guilty for my lack of success in multi-tasking! I knew multi-tasking was bad, lol.

[@3uniajk]

THANK YOU!!! you guys have no ida how much you guys helped ♥️♥️ God Bless

[@brain_respect_and_freedom]

I'm reading a good book and started to play the piano /something new for my brain/.🎯 Multi-tasking isn't good, but from time to time I come back to this bad habit. 🔥 When we learn something, for example the second language it's a good idea to expose to this activity in diffrent way - less screen time, more listening or reading.👍

[@thebettersidemedia]

👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@phoenixblueknight]

Thank you Psych2go for helping address how some subtle everyday activities or habits can be unhealthy to our brain and mental health, I will definitely take your advice to heart. I just have one question, can spending a good amount of time on my computer per day (school wise) equate to similar problems with too much screen time?

[@Mr3DLC]

I thjnk so Moder society is geared toward self destruction and wont hesitate to take you with it They would certainly tell you to spend so much time on screen without knowledge or even regard of health

[@phoenixblueknight]

@Channel Name I wouldn’t be surprised either and it does make sense. Thankfully I’ve stayed far away from the most toxic parts of Social Media (like Twitter, Facebook, and definitely Tic Tock) and have little interest in mobile games so I think I’m in the clear other than loving to write and having the habit of staying up late at night digital drawing. I hope you have a good day and wish you luck.

[@Psych2go]

That's a great question and thank you for the kind words. Thanks to @Channel Name for replying too. The saying goes "too much of anything is never a good thing." This is why we strive to have a balance in our life. Physical health, mental health, spiritual health and relationship health.

[@zhaohuangsfm]

If you have glasses with screen protection then you're safe

[@tugiang3436]

Eventhough I know all of these harmful habbits, I still keep doing it deliberately or accidentally. Until recently, these habits affect me so much that I couldn't ignore them anymore. My mind is a mess right now. Fortunately, I found this video and it is very useful. Now, all I need is the courage to change, imma give my best and hope you to.

[@user-ex2dp7br7d]

Wow! This video have embedded subtitles!! Respect from me, I'm already subscribed😁

[@DarKHearT-fd2gl]

How does this channel have 11 mil subs.. but videos are so underrated, you deserve more views for amount of advice you give

[@Psych2go]

Aww. Thanks for the kind words!

[@A55a551n]

Timestamps 1). Not giving it a challenge 0:33 2). Not hydrating 1:20 3). Not addressing chronic stress 2:15 4). Consuming too much salt 3:17 5). Multitasking 3:56 6). Too much screen time 5:05 7). Slouching or poor posture 5:55 Hope this helps you out. Hope you have a nice day. 💙💙💙💙💙💙

[@Nognamogo]

You really want likes. Editing the list as you watch damn.

[@chisaten]

You are missing one.

[@Psych2go]

You never miss! Thank you as always!

[@A55a551n]

​@@chisaten okay thanks for telling me about it

[@A55a551n]

​@@Psych2go not a problem happy to help

[@rainboella]

This is helpful. I’m addicted to my phone and my back posture is really bad. I’m glad I watched this video!😀

[@user-re8th9qz9k]

Thank you for this!❤✨

[@LandoNorris205]

5:57 You got me there 😂 , the dehydration is something that didn't know, even is logical 85% water and bad posture, I realise a year ago that I am not focusing and I was frustrated by that. I'm glad that all in this video, now in nowadays I'm applyng, so GREAT JOB Psych2go!!!👍😉😌

[@gentlenoob2576]

Same with me and need more water >:(

[@DrownedGhost_]

Hi! If you're still open to suggestions, can you please make a video about eating disorders, if you haven't made one already. I feel like this isn't a very much talked about subject and wanted to know what the different kinds are, how and why someone might have the disorder, and how to help. Hope you have a lovely day/afternoon/evening/night! ❤🌺 ((I'm writing this at 1:10 in the morning CST ironically enough :'D))

[@izzy7998]

They did make a video about different rare eating disorders, like Pika.

[@DrownedGhost_]

@@izzy7998 Oh okay! Thank you :)

[@gummy_nummie5036]

I love the background music, it’s so calming.

[@thecrayolaeffect7]

Whew, I got a lot to work on. But I've already been making lots of changes over the past few months, so I hope to be mindful of these things moving forward

[@duckzilla360]

Good video, thanks for the information

[@Psych2go]

Thank you! Did you learn anything new from this video?

[@GenkoNoMiko]

I’m probably guilty of all of these. 😅 Not to mention… I don’t sleep as much as I should. 😬

[@hnnhml]

👆🏼 off to bed you go!

[@a.k.axurai5678]

Me too but i'll continue to do it. 💀

[@kvltgoro]

Thank you for providing sources. Some people don't and just expect you to believe anything they say. Great video

[@justsomeguyxxx1432]

Thank you for this video,as a multi-tasker,I need to hear this.❤

[@siennaprice1351]

I do push away my stress a lot. I also use a lot of screen time, but I’m really trying to reduec this. The reason why I’m using a lot of screen time is because I don’t always get out of the house because of being totally blind. But when my staff comes or when my behavioral consultant comes, I take every advantage of those oportunities and get out as often as I can. Or when my mom is off of work, I ask her if we are doing anything. Don’t get me wrong, I do practicing singing, and I play my piano and other musical instruments in my house. I have a sensory space downstairs, I listen to Soundscapes, I watch gameshows, I read a lot. When it’s nice out, I go outside on my swing. But I feel like I should have a life.

[@hnnhml]

I think you should have the life you like having. Whether thats inside or outside. Screen time can also be used to you advantage, if u put tje right things on your screen;)

[@siennaprice1351]

@@hnnhml I think you’re right! I don’t just use screen time for social media. I also use it for listening to music, quite a bit actually. I think I use my screen for listening to music more than getting on social media to be perfectly honest.

[@hnnhml]

@@siennaprice1351 thats great, small steps:)

[@siennaprice1351]

@@hnnhml thank you! When it comes to screen time, I like to listen to music, watch, old game shows, watch, family, Vlogs, watch videos about mental health, educating, and education about special needs. And I watch a lot of things that I know will make me laugh.

[@Metronomeer]

Thank You!, This was the perfect timing, i'm literally watching this at night from my bed, and didn't knew how harmful it actually was having that much screen time, and also i consume a lot of salt daily and i wasn't aware of it's dangers, Stay safe!.❤

[@Psych2go]

No worries. We are all here to learn and grow.

[@-yui9763]

This is so important for me! Thank you!!

[@MARKDAPARK789]

I’ve been a lot of excessive screen time throughout my life and I’m about to be a senior in highschool and I don’t want my life to distraught itself and making sure that I’m taking care of I’ve been drawing (that’s my favorite activity and exercise)I love those 2 things and it really helps me out.

[@sres4]

dude im averaging like 100hrs of screentime or more every week.. it’s bad and I dont know how to help it since i do everything on my ipad.. even my hobbies like art.

[@The_amazing-digital_circus]

Same cuz I love doing art and I'm on my phone more than doing art cuz I wanna be an artist

[@derickbumgarner7068]

Some good advice. I'd like to add though that salt is an important sodium component as an electrolyte. Hydration is not only about water but sodium, magnesium, potassium and calcium. These are ultra important electrolytes for proper cell function. Anyway, as a 55yr old, I get funny looks from Gen-Z when I say how much I love Beat Saber, VR. Keeps me both young at heart and mind!

[@hello-vh9uo]

thank you for this because of it I'm slowly but surely recovering from all of them

[@autumnisfalling9956]

how do you make your voice so calming? my voice is loud and irritating so i want to make it more calm and composed and also i love your vids. ive been watching since i was a little boy💙

[@londynguidryfan9967]

I have all these habits and they are hard to drop

[@Psych2go]

For you personally, which of these habits do you think is the hardest to drop?

[@The_amazing-digital_circus]

​@@Psych2goI have the salt problem, hydration problem, And I think I have depression...

[@The_amazing-digital_circus]

I have the salt, the hydration.

[@londynguidryfan9967]

@@Psych2go I'd say too much screen time

[@blom8241]

you are a fing bot@@Psych2go

[@Ereggo_Waffles]

I was just discussing this with my friend! Although I am a straight A+ student, I’m always on my phone, since that’s the only way I’m able to interact with my boyfriend and I always get work done last minute. How can I get rid of this habit but still have time to be with my boyfriend?

[@MsLilac88]

I always found your videos informative, keep on uploading more interesting videos. 😊

[@dragonlordx2561]

Thank you, I feel like this video will really help me a lot 😊

[@thunderblossom8114]

I’m guilty of too much screen time right now. Been out of work to let myself heal and recover and it’s been too long. Also, could you guys maybe do a video about the side effects of…. Dealing with a phobia? Example: just had a wicked thunderstorm early this morning and it sent me panicking and spiked my heart rate. I’m terrified of thunder. Sadly, I know exactly what causes thunder, just, my brontophobia takes over and I hate it. I’m sure it’s just anxiety really. Still. I’m also still a bit jumpy today with any sort of rumble/thump. Let me edgy even though it’s been many hours later. Heck. One time, I had thunder crack overhead when I lived at my parents’ place and I made a weird, terrified noise. I don’t think gentle exposure is an option either. Really really hate loud noise

[@kubiklive2089]

Well, you can try RPT, or classical family constellation by Hellinger. That would do.

[@gaborkrausz5402]

4:30 I can't believe he just forgor. 💀

[@Faleko_Fares]

NOOOOO

[@Miss_Akashiya]

ive had a bad posture for a long time, some other stuff were the issue as well but one thing a physiotherapist once said really struck with me and i think its one of the best things a doctor told be about : your posture is A LOT affected by how you feel. so if you are sad depressed loneley etc you will hunche over , make yourself smaller, leave your shoulders hanging etc. feeling happieness, pride, n other happy emotions changes it completely to a confident upright good posture another top 1 sentence was : your best sitting position/ posture is the NEXT one - meaning that even having a good upright posture can be BAD if you maintain it for too long. the human body is designed to move and not stay still the whole time. give them muscles a good stretch adn keep changing your positions (well maybe not hunche over completely for too long since that puts a LOOOOOT pressure on your spine)

[@Bay_den_vu_tru]

The last advice is hit me so hard, I always slouch whenever I sit down. Well, I think it's time for repairing myself a lot( include dehydrated)

[@Raining_Eggs]

Guess who just ripped 8 bottles out of Their fridge for this

[@ahedisap]

5:29 VASH THE STAMPEDE WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE

[@childscranner]

Thank u!Your video rlly helped me! 😊

[@Random_Jester]

About multi-tasking idk with anybody has it but, I got a big addiction on it, this is another motivator to stop it, thanks

[@FrostyyZayx]

I hope these dont happen to me. Thank you for helping me clam down Psyhc2go Stay safe all :)

[@Psych2go]

We're so glad we were able to help you calm down! Which part of the video did you relate to the most?

[@FrostyyZayx]

​@@Psych2go not giving a challenge because I always used to do that

[@Psych2go]

That's a good one! Any challenge you want to take on for yourself?

[@stargazer-elite]

No wonder I feel dumb all the time almost all of these match me lol in fact now knowing this it makes number 3 worse I’m defiantly gonna try and fix this thank you Psych2go 😊

[@aaronaustrie]

Much needed video 🙏🏾

[@sgtforcenico]

Thank You for This Information Friend! 😊, Your voice is so soothing :3

[@AtsiruITK]

As an digital artist, I can confirm that ever since I've started my eye condition just gets woooooorse... I don't need glasses (yet) but a few months ago I started to have this tiny dark spot flying around in my vision and I'm worried that I damaged some part of my eyes to the point a tiny bit of it can't process light anymore. It gets darker when I stay up too late working on screen devices like laptop or my iPad.

[@petertrypsteen]

Some screens can damage your eyes. Maybe consider an e-ink tablet? For your laptop getting a screen with eye care features by either buying a new laptop or replacing the screen might improve things. There are also computer-glasses that block the heat from screens and thereby protect your eyes from drying out.

[@AtsiruITK]

@@petertrypsteen wow, I've never heard about either of those things, thank you for the tips! I already have blue light blocking glasses, they help a lot, but it still doesn't eliminate all the negative effects. I have a HUGE issue with blue light lol.

[@kylieyuen5521]

This is not medical advice, but the dark spot flying around that you described sounds like a "floater". They are not harmful to your eyes, and are very common. If you are worried, consult an eye doctor.

[@AtsiruITK]

@@kylieyuen5521 alright, thank you for the information

[@mariobrothersfan2792]

Question: does listening to music or a podcast while doing something physical like exercising or traditional drawing or building count towards the negative effects of multitasking and to much screen time?

[@littlebillygoat]

That’s perfectly fine if you’re happy but if you’re stressed then that’s not good.😊

[@lavenderiris9744]

@@littlebillygoat what do you mean by that? Like-let’s say I am drawing something. But I can’t stop stressing over the other work I still have to do. So, to distract my brain from the stress, I put on some music. But I still can’t relax, my mind still feels uneasy. Is that considered as a negative effect of multitasking?

[@littlebillygoat]

@@lavenderiris9744 no, I don’t think so, that stress would probably be coming from how much work you have to do, not the music. (These are my thoughts on this, so I could be wrong…)

[@Mushr22m]

What a great video P2G, I appreciate your amazing efforts! But I wanted to ask a question, how can I support the cortex layer of the brain? I mean, will only not using screen time for along times be enough or there is specific food that can support this layer and having some challenges for my brain will be good too? I hope you answer me soon! ❤❤

[@fictionlover695]

Thank you. Can you also post videos on how to make the brain sharper or smarter? Habits to become more intelligent etc..and to reverse the bad effects of these harmful habits

[@charyyy.]

Well guess my brain is dead

[@MorgueInTheVoid]

I've avoided this truth for too long 😭

[@pandoraalberts5267]

Just the fact that you now say this out loud (and I include YT posting as "saying something out loud") is a very positive sign! Good luck, I know how you feel.

[@jamespowell740]

3. Not addressing stress. This is something I've been dealing with for years, and after 2 heart attacks, I've noticed that my cognitive function was noticably affected

[@kalebyoung584]

I really liked this video. It did spook me alot though since there are some things here that I am familiar with. I usually give my brain a challenge through homework and daily education. School basically. And I keep my grades in check by making sure they dont go below the 80s. I used to not hydrate myself properly back during 6th and 7th grade but I hydrate myself a lot better now. I dont have chronic stress(i searched up what chronic stress is) so the third habit is something I dont have. Its hard to know for myself if im consuming too much salt or not, as I am skinny and need to gain weight as of right now. I also eat a variety of things when im hungry, from fruit to bread to candy. I will eat anything as a "snack". I dont usually multi-task. I usually take things my pace and sometimes work unfortunately slow, but I do ask questions a lot at school though. The ones I see are most familiar to me on this list are slouching and screen time 😬. I am aware now that I think about it that I DEFINITELY do not do at least 7 hours of screen time, it can be over 10 hours of screen time alot of the time. In and out of school. So thanks for letting me know about that habit. I do also slouch during school, of course because its boring as heck. I do still know that school is good for everyone and learning is a vital part of making money and living our lives. However slouching can be fixed primarily easily, so i can take care of that problem first and then move on to the next. Thank you for making this video. It made me learn a couple things today! 🙂

[@AnonymousObserver]

I have a question, is it possible to recover from these conditions when you start adapting as soon as possible, or is your brain going to be permanently affected. I'm 16 and my cognitive functions are drastically declining while I'm also checking multiple boxes from the video. I don't hydrate myself regularly, Screen time is well over 7 hours, I don't do anything to stimulate my brain anymore which I'm desperately trying to improve but failing to lack of motivation for anything and everything. I'm horrified of the aspect of living my life while my mind is constantly trying to think through mud and really hope the reversal of these effects is possible at my current age.

[@AnonymousObserver]

At least I remember being awfully horrified of the concept and was able to name up numerous consequences that would affect my lifestyle. Now I can't remember what they were nor seem to care as much anymore which is arguably a pretty negative thing.

[@V3lk0n]

5:13 yes

[@ayushyadu9259]

This cute animation addressing and curing my depression at the same time.❤️☺️

[@strawberry0419]

I have chronic stress since like middle schools. It's part of my life now. No matter how much I try to do stuff that I enjoy, challenge my brain, do self care, talk to my family... it goes on for few weeks but then I go back to my depressive/stressed state. It's so hard.

[@She.luv.mars.can.not.be.found.]

Every time I watch your videos I’m learning and Educating myself I’ve learned so much from you. Thank you psych2go❤️

[@kineko7823]

Can you undo a decrease as well? It’d be interesting to know how flexible the brain is in general.

[@Dm3qXY]

leave it to the psycho-neurology study scientists; for now you can stop the harmful habits, and do well with healthy habits, despite your curiosity remaining potentially forever unfulfilled; do not experiment on yourself outside of proven self improvement practices you have access to.

[@kineko7823]

@@Dm3qXY You are a overreacting, don’t you think? Your interpretation of me experimenting on myself goes way too far. You watched too many movies. It’s not so uncommon that people don’t sleep enough or drink too little. So it’s only natural to wanna know if that damage can be undone or if you simply can try to not make it worse. Is it forbidden to ask interested questions? This channel is for educational purposes and any good education should touch your curiosity and therefore motivate you to think and ask questions about it. So trying to hinder anyone to ask interested questions is the exact opposite. Don’t be so judgemental and encourage others instead to reflect on their behaviour. You’re basically telling me, that I shouldn’t follow my inner questions just because I am not an expert. This attitude will make you dull towards your environment.

[@Dm3qXY]

@@kineko7823 "Is it forbidden to ask interested questions? " how in the world you took that from my comment ?! wow!! i feel like i triggered something.. pretty much as if you were really planning on "experimenting".. in which case consider i re-posted same comment. in case you're here to really accept answers for that kind of question, then here: some damage is not reversible.

[@kineko7823]

@@Dm3qXY So much about your vivid interpretation. Sorry man, but it’s not possible to talk to you without you getting too emotional or attacking. I only engange in respectful discussions.

[@Dm3qXY]

@@kineko7823 yep, that's my point, you see it as an attack, when all i did was giving an overly cautious recommendation about not experimenting on yourself (because some damage is not reversible).. and now, because i didn't encourage you giving yourself damage in the name of curiosity, i am the one seemingly "attacking" you. lemme reformulate again: "Can you undo a decrease as well?" - if it was from dehydration, volume wise, yes; but that doesn't say anything about the structural changes; "It’d be interesting to know how flexible the brain is in general" - yes, it is interesting knowing stuff in general, not by experimenting on self.

[@solarseren]

I have so many things going on all the time… it’s impossible for me to not multi-task, I’ve tried making schedules but they all just keep getting forgotten about and the cycle continues I also keep forgetting to drink water which makes me dehydrated :( I “like” to challenge my body until it’s limit, but it’s not really doing any good for me right now.

[@harshitrajsingh6842]

Addressing Chronic Stress is really important. I've been ignoring it for like one and a half years now. And its not helping me.

[@joselinawilliams8603]

I clicked as soon as I got the notification

[@Raining_Eggs]

Same!

[@somegamer2293]

Back at it again realizing I need some help, most times I watch these videos to hopefully learn more just to realize I’m normally in a bad situation/ spot not just this but most of the videos I have watched have been this way

[@sml7564]

I trust what you say, you helped me and others before and your still a big help to me till now ❤

[@patriciaperezrodriguez4999]

i have WAAAAY too much screen time but with the other things i'm ok

[@bobabob8521]

why is everything I do bad for my brain

[@princeelliot2836]

Great video. As a computer scientist who also loves games and films it's really difficult to reduce screen time. I just have too many things I really really want to do, which are on a screen.

[@pyfernoblaze7115]

Yep im definitely with the extra screen time. But however, i normally dont use it when it comes to school, clubs after school, going on walks, or doing my story

[@Yashuop]

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[@FrostyyZayx]

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[@WO_21]

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[@ZxW-ho6qc]

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[@Psych2go]

I'll have one ticket, please

[@FrostyyZayx]

@@Psych2goheres your ticket 🎫