British researchers found that "infomania" is a serious problem afflicting a certain percentage of white-collar workers. Among 80 volunteers for clinical trials and 1,100 adults interviewed, 62% perceived themselves addicted to constantly checking texts and emails, even when away form work.

Approximately 52% always replied immediately to emails, and 21% admitted to interrupting meetings by doing so. However, this behavior flies in the face of another survey revelation that most find this behavior unacceptable. About 90% felt that electronic interruptions were rude, a sentiment that could easily cause friction between employees.

On another interesting note, the clinical trials revealed that constant texting and emailing caused a temporary drop in IQ by 10 points, more than twice the average 4-point drop for smoking marijuana! The lack of productivity from electronic communications may be in part explained by a slight reduction in focused brain power.

The Coleman Center is designed and operated to help participants focus on the mission and objectives of every meeting. The Center's carefully chosen facilities and tools are optimized for distraction-free, focused training and meeting.

We hope that you will experience the difference yourself this Spring. Reserve a spot or call 212-541-4600 to enjoy our new and improved settings for training and meeting purposes.

* Horsnell, Michael. "Why texting harms your IQ." April 22, 2005. Retrieved April 23, 2008 from: http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/education/

student/news/article384086.ece.

A University of London study sponsored by Hewlett Packard found that texting and emailing create resentment among employees and cause lower braining functioning.