How Brain Rot Easily Made It’s Way Into Utah Life

Utah is known for its outdoor scenery and hiking but that doesn’t save residents from the dreaded “brain rot”. 

Oxford word of the year is “brain rot” which usually refers to low quality online content and the decline of brain function, Oxford University Press said. The term has gained popularity since 2023 and is used often by Gen Z and Gen Alpha, especially on social media.  

Utah has taken action against youth having unrestricted access to social media but that doesn’t mean that brain rot isn’t an issue in the beehive state. Plus, there are plenty of adults who like to brain rot, especially after a long day at work.  

Most of us are not going to come home and do all the productive things we should after eight hours in the office. Heck, binge watching tv shows is still common or maybe playing mindless games like Animal Crossing.  

Basically, Utahns will still suffer from brain rot but being aware of the issue is the first step in fixing it, right? 

Calm, a meditation app, is even helping with reducing brain rot. In a blog posted by the company, they list several concerns around brain rot.  

• Reduced memory 

• Low attention span 

• Mental Fatigue 

• Becoming withdrawn 

• Reduced productivity 

These are just some of the impacts of brain rot on the human mind. So, how do you curb the effects? 

• Reduce screen time 

• Have a selective media feed 

• Stimulate your brain 

• Exercise 

• Create a routine 

• Set boundaries on media 

This all might sound simple but getting away from media that is usually doom scrolling fuel can be hard. Sometimes you just want to not think and that can be okay...in small amounts.  

Be mindful, be selective, be aware and media usage won’t end in brain rot.