Fakta Multitasking yang Sering Disepelekan, Buruk Bagi Kesehatan Mental

The following is the translation of the given Bahasa text to English while preserving any HTML tags: "Facts about Multitasking that are Often Underestimated, Bad for Mental Health"

Dream - Everyone wants to finish all activities quickly so they can rest as soon as possible. That's why many people do multitasking, such as doing office work and housework at the same time.

"Visibly, multitasking can accelerate the process of activities. However, the tasks performed are less efficient and instead can prolong the time of completion."

"Multitasking is also claimed to have a negative impact on health. Only 2.5% of people are able to multitask well. Therefore, it is advisable to consider its negative effects and find a better way to complete tasks. Before looking for a more effective way, first take a look at the following negative impacts of multitasking."

1. Disrupting Brain Function

Switching from one task to another makes the brain work harder at one time. If various activities are done alternately, the executive control function of the brain that helps make decisions about a situation can be burdened.

According to the American Psychological Association, multitasking will only force the brain to recalibrate the concept of focus and goals from the activities being done. Every task switch, the brain has to change priorities and ignore the previous work. Even though it happens briefly, constantly switching tasks can reduce the brain's executive capacity and slow down productivity by up to 40%, you know.

2. Chronic Stress

The continuously changing circumstances and the feeling of frustration due to lack of productivity can trigger stress. Research shows that there is a correlation between stress and multitasking, especially among students.

Stress itself is not only bad for mental health, but it can also cause high blood pressure and depression. Actually, stress can help in facing threats directly, but it becomes harmful if it continues to occur. Therefore, avoid stress and multitasking, yes!

3. Depression

Stress due to multitasking can also make you depressed, so Sahabat Dream should not underestimate this habit.

Multitasking in using social media, such as doing it while watching or eating, can worsen one's mood. Depression not only disrupts one's mood but also causes health problems such as joint pain, digestive disorders, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, and changes in appetite. In fact, depression is often associated with heart problems, my dear friend Dream.

4. No Motivation

Sometimes you think that doing a lot of work will make you more productive. However, multitasking can actually make you lose your motivation.

If the spirit is lost, you will feel lazy to finish the tasks that have been planned before. According to research, multitasking such as playing with your phone while watching television can also make it difficult for your brain to focus. In addition, other research also links the use of multiple media simultaneously to a decrease in motivation.

5. Memory Decline

Research shows that people who like multitasking have poorer performance compared to those who rarely do it. Some scientists believe that continuous brief attention during multitasking can make it difficult for you to remember information over a long period of time.

"How to Stop Multitasking Habit"

Sahabat Dream can stop the habit of multitasking by trying to focus on one task only and determine the activities that need to be prioritized. Then, reduce distractions from social media while working to improve focus and productivity.

"If you have difficulty concentrating, do meditation and breathing exercises. Lastly, organize your workspace to make it easier to focus, avoid stress, and feel comfortable during activities. Report: Aisyah Cryshanty / Source: Cnet"