Discovered watching shows with captions on actually helps me focus better

For years I'd start a show, get distracted by my phone, and have to rewind like 10 times per episode. Tried putting captions on for The Bear last week and suddenly I wasn't looking at my phone at all. Something about reading the words keeps my brain locked in. Has anyone else found this works for them or is it just a weird quirk?

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sean_park85d ago

Did you catch that study about captioning and ADHD? I read somewhere that the combination of reading and hearing helps people with attention issues stay engaged. Pretty sure that's why I can actually finish a Netflix movie now without checking my fantasy lineup.

white.alex4d ago

Wait, you're saying that reading AND hearing at the SAME TIME is what helps you focus? That sounds totally backwards to me. I turn captions OFF because I can't handle my eyes and ears fighting for attention.