We all know that a number of pedestrians involved in accidents has risen worldwide, and one reason for this is this, people texting while walking, everywhere. Studying this phenomenon and the psychology involved in it is critical, but doing so in
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This study design measures the task-switching cost of using a smartphone while walking. Participants undergo two experimental conditions: a control condition (walking) and a multitasking condition (texting while walking). Participants switch between these tasks and a direction determining task. EEG data as well as behavioral measures are recorded.
