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The instant gratification mechanics of short-form media alter attention spans and consumption habits. Constant exposure to idealized lifestyles on social platforms heavily correlates with increased rates of social comparison and anxiety among younger demographics. Future Horizons: The Next Phase of Media
The Fragmented Cable and Internet Era (Late 20th to Early 21st Century)
Where are we going? The next five years will be defined by three seismic shifts.