Do you ever find yourself spiraling through negative news for hours? This phenomenon, known as doomscrolling, is rooted in our brain’s evolution. By understanding the science behind why we stay glued to the gloom, you can finally learn how to stop doomscrolling and regain control of your digital life.
The question is: why do we do this? Why do we find ourselves wanting to consume negative content? Why do we invest so much of our time scrolling through media that actually makes us feel worse about ourselves? And most importantly, how do we break free?
Well let’s explore what doom scrolling is, the science behind it and some tips on how to stop it.
What is Doom Scrolling?
Well the term first came to light in early 2020, during the pandemic-induced lockdown when the world completely shut down. Since then it has been a persistent problem, with people finding themselves aimlessly scrolling on topics such as
