According to "Has Google Made Us lose our Minds", which is an article published in the Week magazine on the 15th of July, 2011, lots of questions , accusations and explanations are rising towards the subject of humans using search engines such as Google and yahoo. Columbia University psychologist Betsy Sparrow and two colleagues in the journal Science have declared their opinion about this particular subject which was based on research conducted in collaboration with Harvard university. They say that Google and similar search engines have affected humans minds in a negative way such as that the mind cant remember small pieces of information because subconsciously , the mind realize that there is no need for memorizing those information as long as they are available under the tips of human fingers , where they can be recalled and relocated anytime. Others contribute in the subject by explaining how the human mind has become more independent on electronic tools for storage , when all he is left to do is memorizing how and where to find it.
Based on a personal experience, I totally agree with the suggested effects of using search engines on the human mind. The effects mentioned are real and are happening to people like myself . Moreover , the line of reasoning used by the scientist to interpret the process and the outcome is clear and logical. also it is supported by substantial evidence in my opinion. Of course non of which will effect Google popularity or label search engines as damaging innovations , rather it just make people more aware of what lies in their hands , and give them some guidance on how to use it wisely.
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