Doomscrolling is what we now know as the compulsive habit of scrolling through endless negative or traumatic news across news feeds and social media. It often begins during periods of crisis—like pandemics or wars (or presidencies) —and is amplified by algorithms that promote emotionally charged or frightening content. A 2024 review defines doomscrolling as the “obsessive consumption of negative online content fueled by recommendation engines,” leading to elevated stress, fea

By incorporating these tools into your routine, you can take proactive steps to manage anxiety and improve your mental well-being. This study highlights how mindfulness-based approaches, such as Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), can lead to meaningful improvements in anxiety levels. The program focuses on cultivating awareness in the present moment and has been shown to help individuals manage their anxiety in a more balanced way.