The Economic Times

Is Gen Z getting dumber? Video explains why IQ may be falling for the first time in human history

Young adults, Gen Z, might be experiencing a decline in cognitive skills compared to their parents. This trend, observed by neuroscientists, suggests a potential shift from the long-standing Flynn effect. Factors like increased smartphone use and digital habits are linked to changes in attention and memory. This situation calls for a reevaluation of how technology impacts developing minds.