A writer at The Verge details their attempt to combat a dwindling attention span by using a phone-locking app called 'Brick.' The app essentially 'bricks' the phone, rendering it unusable for a set period. Inspired by a spouse's concerned observation about their doomscrolling habits and inability to focus, the author explores whether intentionally limiting access to their smartphone can improve their concentration. While the article doesn't offer a definitive conclusion, it suggests that 'Brick' has provided some level of assistance in the ongoing effort to regain focus and reduce reliance on constant digital stimulation.