The Psychology of your 20s 252. The psychology of doomscrolling
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Nov 29, 2024 Explore the phenomenon of doomscrolling and its impact on mental health. Discover how anxiety and negative news create a vicious cycle that leaves many feeling overwhelmed. Learn about the psychological factors that social media exploits to keep users hooked on negativity. Get practical tips on how to break free from this cycle, maintain a healthier relationship with news, and foster a more positive mindset. It's a crucial conversation for anyone scrolling through doom and gloom!
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Types of Doomscrolling
- Passive doomscrolling occurs when negative content infiltrates our feeds uninvited.
- Active doomscrolling is a conscious effort to consume negative news headlines.
Erin's Climate Doomscrolling
- Jemma's friend, Erin, became overly invested in climate change news.
- This constant exposure led to a compulsion for more information, despite the negative impact.
Doomscrolling as Self-Soothing
- Doomscrolling creates an illusion of control and security through information gathering.
- It's a counterintuitive self-soothing behavior driven by anxiety and the fear of the unknown.