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EVIDENCE
The Evidence

We don't guess.
We verify.

Every feature in Sanctuary is grounded in peer-reviewed research. We translate clinical protocols into seamless digital interactions.

Research2008

The Cost of Interrupted Work: More Speed and Stress

It takes an average of 23 minutes and 15 seconds to return to deep focus after an interruption

Mark, Gonzalez, Harris
Published in University of California, Irvine
Research2023

Work Trend Index Annual Report

The average knowledge worker experiences 47 interruptions per day, with context switching reducing productivity by up to 40%

Microsoft Research
Published in Microsoft
Research2023

The State of Remote Work

Average daily screen time for knowledge workers has increased to over 8 hours

Owl Labs
Published in Owl Labs Annual Report
Research2006

Coherence: Bridging Personal, Social, and Global Health

Resonant breathing at 5.5 breaths per minute increases heart rate variability by 23%, activating the parasympathetic nervous system

McCraty, Atkinson, Tomasino
Published in HeartMath Institute
Research2017

Binaural Beats and Cognitive Enhancement: A Systematic Review

Theta-frequency binaural beats at 4Hz enhance creative thinking and sustained attention by increasing theta-band activity in the prefrontal cortex

Colzato, Barone, Sellaro
Published in Frontiers in Psychiatry
Research2021

Computer Vision Syndrome: A Review

The 20-20-20 rule (every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds) significantly reduces digital eye strain symptoms including dryness, irritation, and blurred vision

American Optometric Association
Published in AOA Clinical Guidelines
Research2018

Smartphone Use and Stress: The Buffering Effects of Self-Control

Push notifications trigger measurable cortisol spikes, with frequent interruptions associated with elevated stress hormone levels throughout the workday

Hunter, Hooker, Rohleder
Published in Journal of Behavioral Addictions
Research2015

Evening Use of Light-Emitting eReaders Negatively Affects Sleep

Evening screen use reduces sleep quality by up to 30% and delays circadian rhythm by suppressing melatonin production

Chang, Aeschbach, Duffy, Czeisler
Published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences
Research2010

Divided Attention: The Cognitive Cost of Multitasking

Multitasking and frequent interruptions reduce working memory capacity by approximately 28% and impair information retention

Watson, Strayer
Published in Psychonomic Bulletin & Review
Research2014

Digital Distraction and Wellbeing in the Workplace

Constant connectivity and digital interruptions correlate with increased stress, reduced job satisfaction, and higher rates of burnout

Mark, Czerwinski, Horvitz
Published in Human-Computer Interaction Institute, Carnegie Mellon
problem2004

Information Overload: A Systematic Review and Research Agenda

The average person consumes approximately 400 times more information daily compared to 1986, leading to decision paralysis and reduced cognitive performance

Eppler, Mengis
Published in Organization Science

Our Methodology

We constantly monitor new research in neuroscience, optometry, and psychophysiology. When a protocol shows consistent clinical efficacy (p < 0.05) across multiple studies, we prototype a digital interface for it.

No pseudoscienceNo wellness wooJust biology