By Rimsha Azhar

Something is happening to this generation, and it’s hard to ignore. Teenagers scroll for hours without blinking, eyes locked on screens, their attention scattered and minds overstimulated. They speak in short-form digital slang, fear silence, and avoid logging off in case they fall behind. The fear of missing out, or FOMO, is no longer just about plans, but about losing visibility, likes, and relevance. They are connected all day, yet often feel more alone than ever. Their bodies are slowing down, too. Many now experience what can only be described as body rot: poor sleep, chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, and restlessness from excessive screen time. For the mind, the consequences are just as alarming. Oxford’s 2024 Word of the Year, “brain rot,” captures the cognitive decline caused by overconsuming trivial, overstimulating online content. First used jokingly by Gen Z,........

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