EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 12 MIN
Evolution or obsession? Why your brain is hardwired to crave bad news
from 4BC Afternoons · host 4BC
Have you ever wondered why you can’t stop doomscrolling even when the news makes you miserable? Psychologist Dr Rachel Hannam explained how our ancient "survival superpower" has turned into a modern mental health trap and how you can finally break the toxic cycle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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