by admin | Feb 16, 2025 | brain rot, doomscrolling, Internet News, News, Social media, The Conversation
I teach a course on the relationship between social media and society at Durham College. As part of their assessments, I ask my students to reflect on their social media use. A recurring theme is that they cannot be separated from their smartphones. Many admit to...
by admin | Feb 7, 2025 | doomscrolling, Internet, Internet News, mental health, News, psychology, socail media, The Conversation
That satisfying feeling after doomscrolling through endless TikTok videos or impulsively shopping online mimics the relief of scratching an itch. This is dopamine at work — a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) responsible for feelings of reward and accomplishment....
by admin | Sep 11, 2022 | App News, doomscrolling, facebook, Instagram, Internet News, News, Social media, The Conversation, Twitter
Doomscrolling can be a normal reaction to living through uncertain times. It’s natural to want to understand dramatic events unfolding around you and to seek out information when you’re afraid. But becoming absorbed in bad news for too long can be detrimental. A newly...
