Doomscrolling: Awareness, Research and Resources
“Let us break the deadlock and stop doom-scrolling into the narrative of a fluctuating landscape of dispiriting thoughts...but, instead, invite the flowers of compassion to blossom in our hearts and our minds and overwhelm us with a spray of vibrant petals of well-being.”― Erik Pevernagie
Doomscrolling Research
What is Doomscrolling?
"Doomscrolling" refers to the habit of endlessly scrolling through bad news, often on social media, even though the content is upsetting, disheartening, or anxiety-inducing. The term gained popularity in the context of the widespread use of social media and the constant flow of negative information available online. People who engage in doomscrolling may find themselves compulsively scrolling through news feeds or timelines, consuming a continuous stream of negative or distressing information.
Doomscrolling can have negative effects on mental health, contributing to feelings of anxiety, stress, and helplessness. The constant exposure to negative news and sensationalized content can also lead to a distorted view of the world, as positive or neutral information may be overshadowed by the overwhelming volume of negative content.
It's essential to be mindful of our online habits and to take breaks from consuming distressing information to prioritize mental well-being. Setting limits on screen time, curating online content to include more positive sources, and practicing self-care are some strategies that individuals can employ to manage doomscrolling tendencies." (Source: ChatGPT 2023)
A Doomscrolling Self-Assessment Psychology Today
Consuming too much bad news from doomscrolling can lead to worse physical and mental health, a new study suggests Business Insider
"Doomscrolling" refers to the habit of endlessly scrolling through bad news, often on social media, even though the content is upsetting, disheartening, or anxiety-inducing. The term gained popularity in the context of the widespread use of social media and the constant flow of negative information available online. People who engage in doomscrolling may find themselves compulsively scrolling through news feeds or timelines, consuming a continuous stream of negative or distressing information.
Doomscrolling can have negative effects on mental health, contributing to feelings of anxiety, stress, and helplessness. The constant exposure to negative news and sensationalized content can also lead to a distorted view of the world, as positive or neutral information may be overshadowed by the overwhelming volume of negative content.
It's essential to be mindful of our online habits and to take breaks from consuming distressing information to prioritize mental well-being. Setting limits on screen time, curating online content to include more positive sources, and practicing self-care are some strategies that individuals can employ to manage doomscrolling tendencies." (Source: ChatGPT 2023)
A Doomscrolling Self-Assessment Psychology Today
Consuming too much bad news from doomscrolling can lead to worse physical and mental health, a new study suggests Business Insider
Doomscrolling Isn't Just Bad For Your Brain, Study Finds. Here's How to Stop Science Alert
Doomscrolling Scale: its Association with Personality Traits, Psychological Distress, Social Media Use, and Wellbeing NIH
Doomscrolling and Its Consequences Mental Health and Motivation
Epidemiology of News: Doom Scrolling, Information Overload, and Other “Media Pathologies” in Our Infected Society ResearchGate
How to Stop Doomscrolling and Find Meaning on Social Media Time
Epidemiology of News: Doom Scrolling, Information Overload, and Other “Media Pathologies” in Our Infected Society ResearchGate
How to Stop Doomscrolling and Find Meaning on Social Media Time
How Doomscrolling Can Wreak Havoc on Your Mental Health Good Housekeeping
Resisting the Doomscroll: 4 Tips to break the habit Suisideline Victoria
Stop Doomscrolling with CBT in 4 Steps Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Los Angeles
The Dark at the End of the Tunnel: Doomscrolling on Social
Media Newsfeeds PDF Download University of Florida
What's Doomscrolling and Can It Harm Me? WebMD
Why You're Probably Doomscrolling... And How to Stop University College London
Doomscrolling: Why do we do it?
