INFORMATION OVERLOAD

Jul 05 2025TECHNOLOGY

Why Do We Collect So Much Information?

People often gather and store a lot of information. This is called information hoarding. But why do they do it? And what happens when they do? Researchers wanted to find out. They looked at how information hoarding connects to other things. Like feeling overwhelmed by too much information. Or sticking to beliefs that match their own. Or struggling with uncertainty. ...

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Feb 11 2025HEALTH

Why Doctors in ICUs Are Drowning in Data

The role of electronic health records (EHRs) in healthcare isn't always smooth sailing. For doctors in ICUs, managing these digital files can be a nightmare. The sheer volume of data is overwhelming. We're talking about vital signs, test results, medications, and notes—all getting piled onto the patient's chart. One of the biggest issues is info overload. It's only...

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