Rewiring the Brain: Parenting, Tech, and the Fight for Focus
Guest: Dr. Carl Marci
Are smartphones making it harder to be present with your family—or even with yourself?
In this episode, I sit down with Harvard-trained psychiatrist and author Dr. Carl Marci to talk about how technology is reshaping our brains, our attention spans, and our relationships—especially when it comes to parenting in a digital world.
We dig into:
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The impact of screens on kids' brain development
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Why multitasking is a myth (and what it's really doing to your brain)
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The connection between screen time and rising mental health issues
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Tech-life balance strategies for parents
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What age is actually right for social media
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How to build healthier digital habits—without ditching technology entirely
Dr. Marci isn't anti-tech—far from it. But he's got a clear warning: we need to stop reacting to tech and start using it intentionally.
If you've ever handed your kid a tablet just to make it through the grocery store (guilty here too), this conversation is for you.
🎧 Full show notes and resources:
https://www.nosittingonthesideline.com/164
https://www.rewiredthebook.com
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