Reducing social media use can improve mental health, research shows. The latest study found a one-week break reduces anxiety and depression while improving overall well-being. Other studies have found a reduction in social media use reduces stress and feelings of loneliness.
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When bad news happens, one way that people respond is by “doomscrolling” the news on social media.
This can be a “safe” way to experience the “fight” portion of the “fight or flight” response, experts say.
However, the stress of negative news can also be damaging to our mental and physical health.
It’s important to strike the right balance with our news consumption in order to keep our anxiety in check.
Talking with a mental health professional for therapy or medication can help as well.
Mental health experts say that one way that people may respond to negative news coverage is by “doomscrolling” the news on social media.
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For some former combat vets in Congress, Wednesday’s violent riot at the Capitol made them think back to their military training.
Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colo., a former Army Ranger, told CNN the experience was like being in Afghanistan. Rep. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., told the Washington Post he recalled what it was like when he entered a Marine Corps gas chamber for the first time. Rep. Mike Gallagher, R-Wis., a former Marine Corps intelligence officer, told NBC News he considered using the ceremonial sword in his office to defend himself.