Ep. 2 — Why You Can't Stop Scrolling: The Science Behind Doomscrolling (And What Actually Works)

What this episode covers

Think about the last time you read the news on your phone. Did you feel informed afterward, or anxious, unsettled, like the world was falling apart and there was nothing you could do?That feeling has a name. It is called doomscrolling. And in this episode of The Mind & The Machine, we break down exactly what it is, why your brain physically cannot stop doing it, and what the research says actually works to break the cycle.This is not a willpower problem. It never was. Your brain is doing exactly what it was designed to do, in an environment it was never built for.We cover the evolutionary science, what Silicon Valley did with it, the real physical consequences for older adults, and 4 strategies that actually work, starting tonight.You can find out more information on our site: tech4grownups.com

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