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The Times of India
The Times of India
Lifestyle
TOI Lifestyle Desk | etimes.in

Popcorn brain: Signs that you’re dealing with it and how it impacts your mental health

"Popcorn brain" has emerged as a new term describing a cognitive state where the mind rapidly shifts from one thought to another, just like how popcorn kernels pop spontaneously. This phenomenon is commonly observed across age groups, characterized by a lack of structured thinking and a tendency to move swiftly between tasks without much deliberation.

However, this incessant jumping from one thought to another has notable implications for mental health.

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