One thing we are all guilty of: doomscrolling. Almost all of us have done this – picked up the phone for a quick news check and looked up an hour later, feeling worse than before. Doomscrolling has quietly become one of the defining habits of the post-COVID era, and its effects on mental health, sleep, attention, and children are only beginning to be understood. In this Times Now special live chat, 9 leading specialists across psychiatry, neurology, ophthalmology, and psychology answer the most important questions about doomscrolling – honestly, clearly, and without judgment.
\n\nThe line between staying informed and compulsive consumption is easier to cross than most people realise. Dr. Suri explains: “doomscrolling becomes a concern when scrolling is no longer a conscious choice and starts interfering with everyday life. A person may intend to check the news for a few minutes but continue for much longer, even when the content is making them feel anxious, upset or helpless.” Dr. Prasad identifies the clearest red flag: “the key concern is when scrolling becomes difficult to control and starts affecting daily life. Warning signs include repeatedly checking the phone, losing track of time, feeling anxious after scrolling, neglecting work, or losing…
Original source: https://www.timesnownews.com/latest-news
