This study identifies 11 basic cognitive dimensions of media multitasking behaviors based
upon resource theories. These dimensions provide a conceptual framework to help compare …

This study examined the role of cultural and socio-demographic factors in predicting
frequency of media multitasking behavior in three contexts based on the nature of media …

The increasing popularity of media multitasking is frequently reported in national surveys
while laboratory research consistently confirms that multitasking impairs task performance …

Media multitasking has been receiving increased attention from communication scholars as
well as scholar in other fields, with studies focusing on the prevalence, predictors, behavior …

Media multitasking has been long considered as a distraction, as something that is
inherently negative or irrational. Yet, casual observations and study findings indicate that in …

In two experiments, we sought to determine whether (a) people are aware of the frequently
observed performance costs associated with engaging in media multitasking (Experiment 1) …

Media multitasking comprises a variety of different behaviors, ranging from watching TV
while sending a text message to listening to music while gaming. However, we still know …

Media multitasking became increasingly popular over the past decade. As this behavior is
intensely taxing cognitive resources, it has raised interest and concerns among academics …

Media multitasking represents an important aspect of the recent evolution in media
consumption habits. While some experimental research exists, it has primarily focused on …

Despite the recent proliferation of research on media multitasking, a comprehensive meta-
analytic review of its effects has not been available. Based on a review of 49 media …