Jan 14, 2026 · Multitasking involves working on two or more tasks simultaneously, switching back and forth from one thing to another, or performing a number of tasks in rapid succession.

Human multitasking is the concept that one can split their attention on more than one task or activity at the same time, such as speaking on the phone while driving a car.

Doing more than one task at a time, especially more than one complex task, takes a toll on productivity. Although that shouldn't surprise anyone who has talked on the phone while checking E-mail or talked …

Jan 26, 2023 · Multitasking essentially means that you are trying to perform two or more tasks at the same time. Many people mistakenly believe that multitasking reflects a high level of cognitive ability …

Feb 27, 2022 · Multitasking is defined as the act of completing more than one task at the same time—such as studying for an exam while cooking dinner, or sending emails while watching the news.

Nov 4, 2025 · Over the past few decades, researchers have explored what actually happens in the brain when we attempt to do multiple things simultaneously. The findings have been remarkably …

Jun 5, 2025 · A new study reveals that multitasking isn’t a single, universal skill, but a combination of broad cognitive abilities and task-specific skills.