Endless scrolling through negative news or social media can leave you drained, anxious, and overwhelmed. This habit, often called doomscrolling, is increasingly linked with mental health struggles.
What Is Doomscrolling?
Doomscrolling is the compulsion to keep consuming negative information, even when it makes you feel worse.
Signs of Doomscrolling Fatigue
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- Feeling tense or anxious after scrolling
- Difficulty putting your phone down
- Checking updates late into the night
- Loss of focus on daily tasks
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Emotional numbness or burnout
How to Break the Cycle
- Set time limits on apps
- Replace late-night scrolling with calming routines
- Balance news intake with positive or neutral content
- Practice mindfulness to notice when scrolling turns compulsive
How Therapy Helps
Counseling can help you manage anxiety, set boundaries with technology, and develop healthier coping strategies.
At Anchor Health, we support clients in reducing and reclaiming peace of mind.