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Doomscrolling feels productive, but it’s not. When we’re anxious we seek info to regain control, even if it increases stress. Research finds we’ll choose negative info just to feel less uncertain. #Doomscrolling #Anxiety #MentalHealth [Study: Sweeny et al. (2010) Review of General Psychology]
May 23, 2025, 7:06 PM
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