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Here’s how watching videos at 2x speed is reworking your brain — and the age group most impacted

Here’s how watching videos at 2x speed is reworking your brain — and the age group most impacted

If you're a big fan of watching videos on the internet — like via TikTok, YouTube or Masterclass — chances are you've grown accustomed to listening to people speak at Looney Tunes speed.

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