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Talking about Doomscrolling

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Paula engages in a deep dive surrounding the phenomenon of Doomscrolling, admitting to being a guilty party. She highlights the impact of consuming negative news, which can increase anxiety, sadness, and feelings of helplessness. Research shows that 62% of Americans doomscroll occasionally, with 70% of social media users engaging in it and it can lead to physical health issues like headaches and high blood pressure. Paula suggests setting specific boundaries, using app timers, and curating social media feeds to reduce negative impacts. She emphasizes the importance of reclaiming time and replacing it with more positive activities.
In this episode, you will hear:
+ defining doomscrolling
+ historical context and popularity
+ impact on mental and physical health
+ cultural and personal factors influencing doomscrolling
+ strategies to combat

Follow us on Instagram @whydontwetalkabouthispod

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136 episodes

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Content provided by Paula McMillan-Perez, LCSW, Paula McMillan-Perez, and LCSW. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Paula McMillan-Perez, LCSW, Paula McMillan-Perez, and LCSW or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

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Paula engages in a deep dive surrounding the phenomenon of Doomscrolling, admitting to being a guilty party. She highlights the impact of consuming negative news, which can increase anxiety, sadness, and feelings of helplessness. Research shows that 62% of Americans doomscroll occasionally, with 70% of social media users engaging in it and it can lead to physical health issues like headaches and high blood pressure. Paula suggests setting specific boundaries, using app timers, and curating social media feeds to reduce negative impacts. She emphasizes the importance of reclaiming time and replacing it with more positive activities.
In this episode, you will hear:
+ defining doomscrolling
+ historical context and popularity
+ impact on mental and physical health
+ cultural and personal factors influencing doomscrolling
+ strategies to combat

Follow us on Instagram @whydontwetalkabouthispod

  continue reading

136 episodes

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