Stop the Doomscrolling
“Doomscrolling” is the excessive consumption of negative news online. Thousands of news sources compete for viewers' attention. Research studies show that humans are more attracted to negative news than to positive news because our brains naturally pay attention to what threatens us. Negative news grabs attention—not just in newspapers but also online. If you find yourself drawn to social media or news sites, repeatedly searching for more details about the latest negative story, and if that starts consuming excessive time, interfering with your work or social life, or causing ongoing anxiety and stress, consider seeking support by calling UR Medicine EAP at (585) 276-91105/1/2025
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