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Is DOOM SCROLLING Killing Your Brain?…Escape The Vicious Trap! | Ep 264
Ever felt like you’re stuck in a scrolling spiral at night—exhausted, eyes burning, mind racing—yet unable to put your phone down? You’re not alone. Today we’re diving into why doomscrolling doesn’t just hijack your mood—it messes with your nervous system, sleep hormones, and even your brain's energy supply. Buckle in.
@02:07.06 What is Doomscrolling?
@03:52.35 Why does it feel so addictive?
@08:41.73 How it affects your brain and body (science-backed breakdown)
@12:38.16 Why it makes you sleepy and wired
@18:21.18 What to do instead: science-backed tips to break the scroll cycle
@24:53.87…
The skinny
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