It turns out, that might mean missing out on some brain benefits.

Maybe we can use the tech that reduced handwriting, to bring it back?

In the piece, Charlotte Hu recaps several studies that have shown various benefits that come from handwriting.

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One studysuggests that handwriting leads to widespread brain connectivity when compared to typing.

So that seems to be the logical place to start.

If you have a phone or tablet that supports using a stylus, there are many options.

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For iPad owners, theApple Pencilis the best option.

It doesn’t have to be a smart stylus either.

For example,Livescribe pensrecord everything you write on paper as a digital copy.

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So it’s possible for you to just write as normal and get your notes or writing later.

It’s essentially just an LCD whiteboard, but it’s one way to encourage a little manual writing.

Even if it’s just the to-do list on your fridge.

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Even if it doesn’t boost your faculties in any noticeable way.

it’s still just so satisfying.

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