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Everything bad is good for you : how popular culture is making us smarter / Steven Johnson

This study examines the cognitive impact of modern popular culture, arguing that complex video games and television programmes enhance rather than diminish intelligence. It suggests that mass media consistently demands more of the human brain, increasing cognitive engagement.

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