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Why This Tragedy Is Dangerous to Watch Online (Bonus Episode)
This bonus episode of Broken Traditions examines the tragic case involving Rene Nicole Good and the broader psychological impact of doomscrolling, social media algorithms, and rage-driven content on mental health.
As tragic stories go viral online, many people report feeling emotionally overwhelmed, angry, or increasingly numb. This episode explores what constant exposure to trauma, violence, and outrage is doing to the brain—and why so few conversations address the neurological cost of consuming tragedy at scale.
If you've felt drained, angry, numb, or mentally overloaded by what you see…
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