TV shows aren’t just background noise anymore, they’re the main event. In a world where we’re constantly scrolling, swiping, and half-watching everything, a good series can still grab our attention ...

“We have focused on managing our time. Our opportunity is to focus how we manage our attention.” —Linda Stone Have you noticed how difficult it is to give anything or anyone your full attention?

Mr. Burnett, Ms. Loh and Mr. Schmidt are members of the Friends of Attention coalition and co-editors of its forthcoming book, “Attensity!” In our anxious age, increasing attention is being directed ...