One Month Without News: Why Doomscrolling is Hurting Our Brains

A writer stopped checking news feeds for 30 days. They say it changed how they see the world and their own mental health.

Most of us spend our days staring at our phones. We scroll through bad news, angry comments, and constant updates. This is called 'doomscrolling.' It is the act of constantly checking bad news, even though it makes us feel sad or anxious. A writer recently decided to quit this habit for one full month. They wanted to see if life felt different without a constant stream of digital noise. The results were clear. After stepping away from the endless feed, the writer felt like they could finally see clearly again. They realized that these apps are designed to keep us hooked. The goal of the te…