(NEXSTAR) – While it may feel relaxing to put one’s mind on pause and endlessly scroll the feed of a favorite app, experts are urging people to beware of certain warning signs. Left unchecked, the ...

The concept of doomscrolling arose during the COVID-19 pandemic, as everyone was stuck in their homes with not much to do but scroll through social media and check for updates on the pandemic.

Doomscrolling has contributed to higher carbon emissions. TikTok’s carbon emissions are almost as high as the entire country of Greece, according to a study by carbon accounting consultancy Greenly.

A new addiction is on the rise. Many call doomscrolling a way to kill time, but it’s really an addiction. Like many addictions that have consequences, doomscrolling creates mental and physical health ...