How to stop your 'doomscroll'
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How often do you find yourself spending hours aimlessly scrolling through social media?
During this unprecedented time, we are spending more time on screens and thumbing through a lot of information that can be negative, saddening and disheartening.
This habit is called “doomscrolling” and it can often lead to more fear, anxiety and stress.
Why we do it and how can we manage it?
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