First of all, published poet and contributor Tao Yucheng is still hosting a poetry contest, open to all readers of Synchronized Chaos Magazine.

Synchronized Chaos Poetry Contest: We seek short, powerful, imaginative, and strange poetry. While we welcome all forms of free verse and subject matter, we prefer concise work that makes an impact.

Guidelines: Submit up to five poems per person to taoyucheng921129@proton.me. Each poem should not exceed one page (ideally half a page or less). All styles and themes welcome. Deadline for submissions will be in early March.

Prizes: First Place: $50 Second Place: $10, payable via online transfer. One Honorable Mention. Selected finalists will be published in Synchronized Chaos Magazine.

Next, poet Yucheng Tao’s new chapbook, The Mirror Image of Death, has just been released from Alien Buddha Press! People can order it here.

J.J. Campbell’s new book To Live Your Dreams is also out and available to order here.

Welcome to this month’s issue, Paying Attention.

Across poetry, fiction, essays, memoir, and scholarship, this issue asks what it means to live attentively: to create honestly, remember faithfully, love fully, and choose responsibility in an impermanent world.

Jacques Fleury honors the many contributions of Black Americans to society and argues that the United States still needs to celebrate Black History Month due to their lack of knowledge of essential history and context.

Sayani Mukherjee presents spring as both gentle and haunting, reminding us that loss and regrowth are both intimate parts of our experience. Berdirahmonova Shahlo Sherzod qizi expresses poignant longing for the return of joy and love in the spring. O’giloy Kucharova celebrates the social and natural renewal of spring as Christina Chin’s haikus evoke winter’s precarity and solitude. Brian Barbeito’s work dissolves boundaries and outlines in the dark of night and the way the rain falls everywhere, inspiring an open, receptive state of mind. His next piece evokes a chilly and aesthetically under-defined winter day.

Ma Yongbo’s wintry and tough-minded poetic cycle poses the question of what it means to keep creating when permanence and perfection may be impossible. Lan Xin’s pieces honor restraint, the diversity of life, and working with the natural rhythm of life’s seasons. Mykyta Ryzhykh calls attention to how both death and rebirth in nature bring us out of our ponderings and back to the present moment. Sterling Warner draws upon fresh and salt water and psychological and physical weather Linette Rabsatt’s poems take joy in letting go of the conscious mind and listening to the natural world as a source of inspiration. Joseph Ogbonna meditates on the stillness and inspiration of an early dawn. Gezim Basha, in work translated by Marjeta Rrapaj, celebrates tender love and living an authentic life. Yo’ldosheva Zinnura writes of the need to care for and consider our impact on the environment and climate.

Mehreen Ahmed’s work explores art, creativity, complicity, and displacement. Alan Catlin’s ekphrastic poetry crafts scenes of still life interrupted by violence and chaos. Bill Tope’s short story critiques immigration enforcement violence in the United States through the terror of one wrongly targeted victim. Kelly Moyer’s absurdist, provocative video speaks to the same topic as Leticia Garcia Bradford offers a local perspective and Pat Doyne brings strident satire to the issues of the day. Umid Najjari offers a poetic tribute to those who lost their lives in the Iranian revolution. Sungrue Han’s poems evoke alienation, dislocation, and collective and individual trauma. Mahbub Alam decries human greed and the destruction of other humans and the natural world and encourages care and respect. Virginia Aronson draws attention to modern crimes committed by government agents and by international criminal gangs, suggesting a comparison.

J.J. Campbell brings his signature blend of hard-earned cynicism and exhaustion. Scott C. Holstad snatches bits of sweetness and color from complex and artificial modern life. Türkan Ergör reminds us of our mortality and vulnerability to various human struggles. Like a wanderer tiptoeing through dimly lit rooms in a house, Carl Scharwath’s poetry moves from loss to relief to conscious acceptance of stillness. Allison Grayhurst’s poetic cycle sheds, releases, and re-forms visceral emotions. Dr. Prasanna Kumar Dalai’s work carries the quiet dignity of someone who feels deeply but speaks carefully.

Mesfakus Salahin’s work addresses the alchemical transformation of formless feeling into legible thought through poetry. Shakespeare Okuni’s poem highlights the role of ritual and performance in meaning-making. Alex Johnson sets out a manifesto for artistic openness and an aesthetic that welcomes diverse sources of inspiration. Stephen Jarrell Williams evokes life, innocence, joy, and energy in his restrained pieces. Rus Khomutoff’s piece is at once overabundant, technical, and tender, perhaps more intended to be entered into than understood.

Abbas Yusuf Alhassan’s ars poetica explores the various forms poetry takes in his mind and how inspiration hits him as an artist. Duane Vorhees probes desire, time, chance, and memory. Nurbek Norchayev meditates on nature, time, and the life of the soul. Michael Robinson’s essay is a lived testimony of fear, darkness, illness, strength, forgiveness, and survival. Maja Milojkovic speaks of her personal spirituality and closeness to God. Sarah Adeyemo also reaches for her faith for comfort and the strength to keep loving even through a time of desperation and grief. Patrick Sweeney’s one or two-line thoughts provoke head-scratching and evade easy answers. Texas Fontanella jumbles a variety of words and symbols into a static buzz. Grzegorz Wroblewski’s asemic pieces reflect a mind in motion, jumping and self-editing mid-thought from one idea to another.

Susie Gharib navigates the emotional landscape of power, voice, myth, and lived reality. Mark Young contributes a fresh set of altered technicolor Australian landscapes. Cristina Deptula observes and comments on Dianne Reeves Angel’s memoir of a creative life in film production, Every Restaurant Tells a Story. Federico Wardal celebrates the film legacy of Italian filmmaker Billy Wilder. Taylor Dibbert enjoys traveling despite occasional moments of personal embarrassment. Xo’jyozova Dildora looks to ecotourism as a way to sustainably strengthen local economies.

For travel in a more metaphorical sense, Abdugafforova Muslimaxon Akmalovna reviews Qobilon Shermatov’s fantastical children’s tale The Country Inside My Grandfather’s Stomach. This book addresses issues of personal character, as each person’s “interior” reflects who they are and how they behave.

Other authors look at individual and collective character and moral choice. Eva Petropoulou Lianou’s poems express her hopes for peace, understanding, compassion, and humanity. Gordana Saric echoes that hope, wishing for worldwide love, understanding, and reconciliation. Maftuna Sultonova reminds us of the infinite value and dignity of each person. Nigora Baxtiyorova analyzes infidelity as a theme in Uzbek literature. Xasanova Aziza Kumushbek qizi peers into even more Uzbek literature and finds a timeless warning about how one’s life and dignity matter even more than one’s reputation and fame. Journalist Elisa Mascia interviews Azerbaijani author Jakhongir Nomozov and he affirms the need for authors to master their craft and speak their truth regardless of passing fads or popularity. Solid work will stand the test of time.

Dr. Jernail S. Anand suggests that a complete education not only teaches technical skills but also how to be a decent human being. Kodirova Shakhzoda highlights the cultural importance of Uzbekistan’s cultural values of compassion, courtesy, respect for nature, and courage.

Dr. Barbaros İrdelmen mourns love lost to human and societal pettiness, and to death. Bill Tope and Doug Hawley co-present a tale of loss, guilt, and redemption. Mehrinoz Tursunova’s bittersweet love poem prepares for an impending separation. Eshmatova Marjona Kamol qizi outlines ways social service systems can intervene to support children from dysfunctional families. Nurboboyeva Dilshoda Nodir qizi evaluates the psychological effects of divorce on children and suggests ways to help them through the transition.

Dildoraxon Turg’unboyeva reflects on childhood memories and her love for her departed grandfather. Gulsevar Mirzamahmudova honors her hardworking migrant laborer father for his care and determination, reflecting on how she misses him.

Malohat Ahmadjonova expresses love and gratitude for the hard work and dedication of her parents, who made sure she dressed well and received an education. Mashrabxo’jayeva Feruzakhon offers gratitude for the steady love and care of her parents. Nurullayeva Nigora Nurmurod qizi’s poem expresses her love and care for her mother, who has given her so much. Ismoilova Sarvinoz reflects on how much her parents have loved her over time and how she wishes to return the favor as they age. Shafkat Aziz Hajam fondly remembers the freedom and wonder of childhood, made possible by his caring parents.

Islamova Dilnoza Khamidovna gives thanks for a caring and steady friend as Rukhshona Khamzayeva shares her gratitude for a dedicated teacher. Zarifaxon Holiboyeva reflects on missing her family and her classmates in a young student’s piece full of tender affection. Toshpulatova Mehribonu Sherbek qizi rejoices in the love of her sweet sister. Alisherova Hurmatoy reflects on the power of her lover’s kind words to calm her spirit. Graciela Noemi Villaverde draws on elegant nature-inspired imagery to express her love. Chinese academic Bai Gengsheng pays tribute to his loyal and hardworking wife, acknowledging that her steady support over many years made his accomplishments possible.

Aziza Xasanova compares waiting for the unfolding of love to allowing a fig tree to leaf out in its season. Lan Xin’s epic, mytho-romantic piece affirms the choice of embodied and temporal love over transcendence and divinity.

Ozodbek Narzullayev’s verse expresses adoration for his country as if it were his lover. Jahongirova Gulhayo Jahongirovna’s rhyming poem pays tribute to a man of deep loyalty, patriotism and integrity. Abduganiyev Shexrozbek discusses the inter-related nature of the Uzbek national concept, legal system, and spiritual values in shaping the culture.

Kudratova Nozima Bahromovna explores the narrative style of Uzbek writer To’gay Murod. Madina Jorayeva’s essay highlights the contributions of translator and critic Ozod Sharafiddinov to Uzbek and world heritage and literature. Shahnoza Ochildiyeva translates Ozod Sharafiddinov’s essay celebrating and analyzing the literary value of poet and translator Abdulhamid Sulaymon og‘li Cho‘lpon’s contributions to Uzbek literature. Nargiza Masharipova celebrates the cultural interchanges made possible by the migration of the world’s peoples. Sultonaliyeva Go’zaloy outlines some of the factors encouraging and driving migration. Ubaydullayeva Saodat celebrates the literary artistry and truth-telling of one of Uzbekistan’s greatest poets, Alexander Feinberg. Xayrullayeva Zahro suggests ways to preserve the high literary quality of the Uzbek language and not lose it to abbreviations and modernisms. Rizoqulova Parvina Ramzovna analyzes the relation between language and culture.

Munavvar Tlewbaeva speaks of the comfort she finds by reading books by authors who understand and write of her feelings. Odinaxon Qodirova highlights ways to encourage young people to read. Yusupboyeva Madina rejoices in the persistence of reading culture among young people. Turgunova Kh. suggests strategies for teachers to effectively communicate with young Generation Z students.

Karimova Navbaxar Mahmudjanovna suggests strategies for encouraging creative thinking in children. Jorabek Muhammadolimov raises awareness of how too much scrolling and flipping online can lead to difficulty concentrating. Choriyeva Oynur warns of the consequences of overuse of smartphones and the Internet. Roziboyeva Asilakhon speaks against digital surveillance and fear-driven self-censorship.

Isroilova Sarvinoz Maxmud qizi discusses how to use educational tools to teach young children mathematical concepts. Barnoxon Baxtiyorjon Yoqubova considers strategies for integrating physical play with learning arithmetic. Amirqulova Gulsevar discusses digital innovations in education. Daminova Sevinch Tuychi qizi highlights the enlightened wisdom and teaching of Uzbek children’s educator Abdulla Avloni. Lazokat Ortigaliyevna Pirmatova relates how participating in competitive mental arithmetic helped her to develop confidence and the ability to think on her feet.

Nilufar Ibroximova suggests how new Uzbek textbooks could be crafted and used to help young children develop critical thinking. Norquolova Madina highlights the value of learning a second language. Haydarova Mehribon outlines various methods for learning the Mandarin Chinese language, coupled with history and background of the tongue. Mansurova Shahnoza parses the finer points of verb conjugation in French as Xurramova Farangiz compares the process in French and Uzbek. Masharipova Sayyora compares proverbs in French and Uzbek and how they reveal cultural values. Nilufar Mo’ydinova outlines techniques for learning German through approaches from the field of translation. Najmiddinova Mekhrigul Najmiddin qizi delves into the intricacies of language translation. Abdurahimova Anora’s essay considers the impact of one’s first language on the process of learning a second language. Mengboyeva Baxtiniso Mamatqobilovna highlights the value of language teachers’ maintaining a culture of competence in spoken language.

Several contributors work and research in the language of other academic and professional disciplines. Lutfullayeva Shaxrizoda Faruxjon qizi outlines the current state of pneumonia diagnosis and treatment in young children. Mansurov Abdulaziz Abdullox ugli highlights the importance of preventive dental care in children. Fahriddin Akramov’s essay describes treatment for a variety of neurological conditions. Mamatqulova Mukarram Nuriddin qizi speaks to the life and academic stresses students endure and how to protect their mental health. Nasulloyeva Feruzabonu Akmalovna discusses the nature of scientific innovation and how to encourage it in Central Asia. Durdona Sharifovna Roziboyeva discusses the effects of the Herbst dental appliance on the upper airway.

Eshmurodova Sevinch explicates methods of improving deposit mobilization policies in commercial banks. Iroda Sobirova outlines basic principles of supply and demand in a market economy. Sobirova Iroda Abdulaziz qizi highlights strategies to foster innovative entrepreneurship. Mamadaliyeva O’giloy asserts her power and determination to become successful in academics and business.

Baxshilloyeva Nigina Bahodir qizi offers inspiration to young women seeking to live their dreams. Axmetova Dilnura Po’lat qizi outlines the historical and contemporary role of women in Central Asian societies. Sevinch Farxodova highlights the importance of gender equality and initiatives to that extent in Uzbekistan.

Shahnoza Pulatova Makhmudjanovna outlines and describes how Uzbek society is modernizing politically, economically, and socially. Dilafruz Muhammadjonova expresses fervent pride in and hope for Uzbekistan and the desire for the nation’s youth to rise up and take their place. Priyanka Neogi outlines ways to overcome depression and apathy and keep working towards one’s goals. Ziyoda Murodilova highlights the importance of internal motivation and determination for students to achieve their goals. https://synchchaos.com/essay-from-orzigul-sherova-4/Orzigul Sherova presents, in a similar vein, her secrets to success through passion and hard work.

We hope that this issue inspires you to create your place in the world with intention and joy.

Book 

The book was braver than I was ,

It spoke when I chose to stay silent .

I held my quiet deep inside ,

While my heart spilled across its pages.

They asked me, Why were you crying ?

I smiled and hid the truth away .

I was just reading a book I said ,

And let my secret gently stay .

Some pain can’t fıt into words ,

It lives where voices disappear.

But books are never truly silent ,

They know the tears we never share.

Munavvar Tlewbaeva was born on June 6, 2005, in Chimboy District of the Republic of Karakalpakstan. She graduated from the academic lyceum of NMPI with a specialization in social and humanitarian sciences. Currently, she is a third-year student at the Chimboy Faculty of Berdakh Karakalpak State University, majoring in Philology and Language Teaching (Karakalpak language).

She is fluent in Karakalpak, Uzbek, and Turkish. She has a strong interest in creative writing, enjoys writing poems and short stories, and is actively engaged in translation.

The Heart Longs to Be Reborn

The heart desires to be reborn anew,

This life has worn it down, exhausted, torn.

Cut sorrow’s thread that binds the soul so tight,

The years have ripped its laughter out by force.

To everyone it offered help each day,

For good souls, never sparing breath or bone.

But now, within its wounded, open chest,

Thick clots of blood are flowing like a stream.

The heart desires to be reborn again,

They stoned it down without a single fault.

From slander’s stones, abruptly crushed and bruised,

In silent nights it wept, unseen, alone.

The heart still yearns to rise and live once more,

It cries aloud: O Lord Almighty, hear!

Though innocent, I stand condemned, O God,

From You alone I beg for refuge now.

If nothing’s left of me but brittle bones,

Let that remain — I ask for nothing more.

The heart still longs, still aches to be reborn.

Orinboyeva Madinabonu is a first-year student of Group 25.23, majoring in Pedagogy, at the Faculty of Pedagogy, Psychology, and Art Studies of Fergana State University. She is a holder of a National Certificate and the author of numerous articles.

LINGUISTIC FEATURES OF TOG‘AY MUROD’S WORKS

Khushbokov Qobilbek Shokirovich 

Teacher of the Denov Institute of Entrepreneurship and Pedagogy

Kudratova Nozima Bahromovna

Denov Institute of Entrepreneurship and Pedagogy, 1st year student, Faculty of Philology

E-mail: qudratovanozima@gmail.com

Annotation: This article explores the linguistic features present in the works of the renowned literary figure Tog‘ay Murod, distinguished for his profound narratives and unique style. Through a comprehensive analysis, the study highlights key linguistic elements that define Murod’s writing, offering insight into his literary techniques and contributions to the cultural and artistic landscape.

Keywords: Tog‘ay Murod, literary analysis, linguistic features, narrative style, literary technique.

Introduction. Tog‘ay Murod stands as a prominent figure in modern Uzbek literature, celebrated for his captivating storytelling and innovative narrative approach. His works have long fascinated both readers and critics, prompting scholarly interest in the linguistic elements that form the foundation of his distinctive literary voice. This article examines the recurrent linguistic features within Murod’s works, revealing the craftsmanship behind his style and illuminating the essence of his literary genius.

Murod’s literary corpus spans various genres—from prose to poetic narratives—each crafted with its own linguistic precision. His prose is characterized by rich imagery, metaphorical language, and nuanced character development, all of which create immersive storytelling experiences for the reader. Moreover, his use of symbolism, allegory, and intertextuality adds layers of depth, inviting readers to engage with multiple levels of interpretation.

Linguistic Characteristics in Murod’s Works

Beyond his narrative mastery, Murod’s poetic works demonstrate exceptional linguistic rhythm and lyrical expression. By artistically arranging words and sounds, he captures the essence of emotion and human experience, creating a deep resonance with readers. His exploration of linguistic ambiguity and semantic complexity contributes to an intellectual dimension that encourages readers to reflect on the subtleties of language and meaning. A systematic approach—combining close reading, stylistic analysis, and comparative research—was employed to examine Murod’s linguistic techniques. Works representing different periods of his creative activity and covering diverse themes were analyzed. Textual fragments were studied for recurring linguistic patterns, rhetorical devices, and stylistic choices, providing a comprehensive understanding of his unique writing style.

One of Murod’s most notable contributions lies in his transformation of the natural speech of ordinary people from the Surkhan region into a literary stylistic device. He was among the first to elevate this regional vernacular to the level of a refined artistic tool. Following in the footsteps of earlier creators, he developed his own perspective on literary style.

Researcher M. Khidirova describes language as the foundation of literary structure, noting: “A literary work is like a tower. It has its own foundation. The lifespan of the work depends on this foundation. The foundation of a literary work is language. Life begins with language and ends with language.” This, the linguistic worldview of Tog‘ay Murod embodies a philosophical understanding of language as both an artistic and spiritual necessity. His unique stylistic mastery continues to serve as a school of artistic skill for young writers, especially at a time when the Uzbek language is flourishing as a state language and its preservation and development are of great importance.

Theoretical Perspectives on Style

Classical and contemporary scholars alike have offered insights into the formation of literary style. The eminent scholar Abdurauf Fitrat emphasized that as a writer matures artistically, a distinctive style emerges: “As a poet or writer rises in artistic mastery, he begins to create a style peculiar to himself. When his imagination, thought, and understanding reach maturity, a unique style naturally appears”. Literary critic O. Sharafiddinov likewise described style as an all-encompassing phenomenon permeating every aspect of a writer’s work: “A writer’s style is like air—we breathe it without noticing its components. Style is the spirit of creativity, the subtle fragrance present in every work”.

Accordingly, Tog‘ay Murod’s reflections on artistic language and style deserve special attention. Language, artistic vision, and literary technique interact harmoniously in his works, shaping an individual and unrepeatable style formed through philosophical perception, cultural identity, and narrative skill. Tog‘ay Murod’s Creative Language is widely recognized for his original and vivid prose, which resembles poetic narrative in both rhythm and imagery. Even casual readers familiar with modern Uzbek literature can easily identify his works by their expressive, colorful, and deeply lyrical language. This distinctive quality sets him apart from other writers. In works such as Otamdan qolgan dalalar (“Fields Left by My Father”) and Bu dunyoda o‘lib bo‘lmaydi (“One Cannot Die in This World”), Murod won the admiration of readers by portraying the sincere and humble people of the Surkhan region—their hardships, aspirations, and inner worlds. His language is deliberately simple, flowing, and deeply rooted in folk expression. He skillfully incorporates proverbs, idioms, synonyms, archaic words, and dialectal expressions, enriching the artistic imagery of his narrative.

Folk speech enhances the authenticity and emotional connection of his works. For example, dialectal words such as baycha, jigit, bova, iyarmoq, angnib yotmoq, and yonashtirmoq vividly illustrate the regional character of his narratives: “I told the boys to lie down by the river and keep watch.”

Discussion. The linguistic features identified throughout Murod’s works emphasize his innovative approach to storytelling and his profound connection to language as a tool of artistic expression. By blending imagery, metaphor, symbolism, and intertextual references, he creates multilayered narratives that resonate deeply with readers. Moreover, his linguistic versatility allows him to traverse different genres and thematic landscapes, demonstrating the breadth and depth of his creative vision.

Conclusion and Recommendations. In conclusion, the study of Tog‘ay Murod’s linguistic features reveals a writer of exceptional talent and intellectual depth whose works continue to captivate and inspire audiences worldwide. Future research may further explore specific aspects of his linguistic style—such as dialect usage, narrative voice, or linguistic innovation. Comparative analyses with other literary traditions may also offer valuable insights into the evolution of literary language and expression. Ultimately, the linguistic richness of Tog‘ay Murod’s works serves as a testament to the enduring power of language to illuminate human experience and provoke thought. As readers engage with his texts, they embark on a journey of linguistic discovery, uncovering layers of meaning and developing a deeper appreciation for the art of storytelling.

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2. O. Sharafiddinov. Iste’dod jilolari. Tashkent.

3. T. Murod. Oydinda yurgan odamlar. G‘. G‘ulom Literature and Art Publishing House, Tashkent, 1985.

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You are my Koson

Words are not enough to describe your grace,
My eyes rejoice when I see your face.
I write these verses to praise your name,
My dear land, my home, my eternal flame.
Famous across seven worlds, you stand,
You are my Koson, my precious land.

Your poet sons lived for the motherland’s sake,
With souls like Abdulla, for your honor’s sake.
No barrier can stop your path or your stride,
My garden, my freedom, my source of pride.
To the great Oripov, you were the home,
You are my Koson, where greatness has grown.

So many poets have lived on your soil,
With pens in their hands, with wisdom and toil.
Abdulla and Rozimurodov walked your ways,
Inspiring the poets and earning our praise.
A land of inspiration, a gift so rare,
The pride of Qashqadaryo, beyond compare.

I want the whole world to know of your name,
To honor your glory and recognize your fame.
Let my humble poem sing of your worth,
You are my theme, my place of birth.
You’ve taken your place deep in my heart,
My Koson, from whom I shall never part.

By God’s will, a poet I have become,
Taking my pen, my song has begun.
I’ve woven your name into every line,
A world-famous dwelling, ancient and fine.
The pride of Qashqadaryo, forever you’ll be,
My Koson, you are the world to me.

Ozodbek Narzullayev was born on December 20, 2006, in the village of Boʻston, Koson district, Qashqadaryo region. He is the author of the book titled ‘Qalb kechinmalari’ (Reflections of the Soul). He has also been honored with numerous diplomas and certificates for his achievements.

THE DECLINE IN COGNITIVE RESILIENCE AS A RESULT OF CONSTANT INTERNET CONSUMPTION

JO’RABEK MUHAMMADOLIMOV
11TH-GRADE STUDENT (CLASS 11-03)
NAMANGAN CITY SPECIALIZED BOARDING SCHOOL NO. 1
muhammadolimovjorabek@gmail.com

Abstract: In this article, we discuss the concept of cognitive resilience and its impact on our psychological well-being. The research examines the human brain’s reflexes in response to unexpected situations. Furthermore, it analyzes practical methods to enhance cognitive resilience systematically—not just as a temporary measure, but by integrating it into daily life habits.


Introduction: In human history, information has never been as accessible as it is today; however, this convenience is leading to a steady cognitive decline. In recent years, constant and unregulated internet use has resulted in a sharp decrease in cognitive resilience. The root of this problem lies in the brain’s adaptation to ‘dopamine-driven rewards’ (such as new notifications and short-form videos), which subsequently leads to a fragmented attention span. This article analyzes how the internet limits the scope of human thought and explores methods to restore cognitive stability. The choice of this topic is driven by the increasing difficulty of achieving deep learning in today’s era of ‘fast-paced consumption


Research methodology: In this research, scientific methods were applied to determine the extent to which constant internet consumption leads to a decline in cognitive resilience. The research design incorporates theoretical analysis, comparative methods, and psychological testing. In the initial phase, relevant scientific literature and international statistical data were reviewed to establish the theoretical framework regarding the impact of digital technologies on brain activity.

Subsequently, the participants’ daily Screen Time was analyzed, and they were categorized into two groups: excessive internet users and moderate users. Special cognitive tests and surveys were conducted to measure these groups’ ability to focus, think logically, and withstand intellectual fatigue. In the final stage, the collected data were compared to determine the direct correlation between increased time spent online and the weakening of cognitive stability.


Review of used literature: According to John Sweller, the founder of Cognitive Load Theory, the excessive flow of information via the internet overloads the working memory. As a result, cognitive resilience declines, making it difficult to transfer information into long-term memory. Similarly, neuroscientists such as Gary Small have demonstrated that digital technologies alter the brain’s neural pathways, emphasizing that being constantly online drastically reduces the ability to maintain focus.

In exploring the psychophysiological aspects of this topic, Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi’s “Flow Theory” is of great significance; it suggests that constant internet distractions (notifications) prevent individuals from entering a state of deep immersion in a single task. Furthermore, Linda Stone describes this phenomenon as “continuous partial attention,” arguing that this state leads the nervous system toward chronic fatigue and the ultimate loss of cognitive resilience.


Analysis and results: To determine the participants’ cognitive resilience, tests for attention stability, information processing speed, and K. Young’s Internet Addiction Test (IAT) were utilized. The study involved 30 participants, categorized based on their daily internet consumption. The results indicate a direct inverse correlation: as internet usage increases, focus and intellectual endurance levels significantly decline.

Internet Consumption	Attention Stability	Cognitive Fatigue	Information Absorption
Low (1-2 hours)	75%	12%	High
Moderate (3-5 hours)	48%	42%	Medium
High (6+ hours)	18%	86%	Low

The high level of cognitive fatigue (85%) in the high-usage group is explained by “Digital Fatigue” syndrome. Participants in this category exhibited fragmented attention and a reduction in working memory capacity when performing complex logical tasks. Conversely, moderate users demonstrated significantly higher levels of cognitive stability.

The study confirms that constant internet consumption adapts the brain to “short and light” information, making individuals less resilient to prolonged, complex mental labor. However, following a briefing on digital hygiene, 22% of participants showed signs of recovery in work efficiency and attention management.


Conclusion: Based on the analysis, it was proven that participants with more than 6 hours of daily screen time have an attention span 40-50% lower than moderate users. This indicates that the digital environment tends to weaken long-term intellectual focus. The study revealed that participants who employ constructive coping strategies (such as intentional internet use and limiting notifications) maintain higher levels of cognitive resilience. Conversely, unregulated and disorganized internet consumption was confirmed to be the primary cause of chronic mental fatigue and fragmented attention.
  It is necessary to introduce “digital detox” periods within the education and labor systems to restore cognitive resources.

1.   The development of specialized methodological manuals is recommended to help users form information filtering and “deep work” skills.
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