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Psychologists began documenting a strange phenomenon among animals, including pigeons, raccoons and rats more than 50 years ago.
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Psychologists documented a strange phenomenon among animals including pigeons raccoons and rats more than 50 years ago
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Opinion Article
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{
    "date": "Feb. 16, 2026",
    "time": "5:02 a.m. ET",
    "event": "Documentation of a phenomenon among animals"
}
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Psychology Animals
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February 20, 2026 at 12:04 AM (6 months ago)
Last Updated
February 20, 2026 at 12:04 AM (6 months ago)

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What Pigeons Can Teach Us About Our Phone Fixation
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https://nytimes.com/2026/02/16/opinion/phone-fixation-dopamine-kids.html

This opinion piece discusses how smartphones trigger a dopamine response similar to how pigeons are drawn to a light signaling food. It argues that phones create a constant desire, not gratification, and can hinder real social connection. The author suggests limiting device access to protect children.

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