The Psychological Impact of Digital Clutter

The video explores the concept of hoarding, recognized as a mental disorder in 2013, and extends the discussion to digital clutter. A professional organizer shares insights on managing digital spaces, emphasizing the importance of organization to avoid stress and anxiety. The video also features a clinical psychologist who explains the psychological effects of digital clutter, likening it to physical clutter in terms of its impact on mental health, particularly anxiety.

What year was hoarding recognized as a distinct mental disorder?

• 2018

• 2013

• 2010

• 2015

What is a sign that your digital space needs organizing?

• You find it easy to locate documents

• You scramble to find a particular document

• You never run out of storage

• You have no unread emails

Which of the following is a suggested method for managing digital clutter?

• Setting up alerts and filters

• Ignoring notifications

• Deleting all old emails

• Using multiple desktops

What part of the brain is affected by digital clutter, according to the psychologist?

• Cerebellum

• Brainstem

• Occipital lobe

• Frontal lobe

What emotion is most commonly triggered by digital clutter?

• Anxiety

• Happiness

• Sadness

• Excitement