New study shows link between “doomscrolling” and negative health effects

By Global News

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A new study says that how we use technology is directly associated not only with our mental health but also with our physical well-being. Study author Jay Shaw says the digital architecture behind popular smartphone applications is fueling real health risks around the world and shows up as poor mental health, sleep deprivation and reduced physical activity. "The bottomless scroll or the infinite scroll, this was designed to make it seem as though a particular session, a particular moment of time interacting with the screen didn't need to end." Shaw said. Health reporter Katherine Ward digs into the research and explains why public health experts say coordinated national and global policy is urgently needed. For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/12087399/problematic-social-media-use/ Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: http://bit.ly/20fcXDc Follow Global News on X HERE: http://bit.ly/1Toz8mt Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: https://www.tiktok.com/@globalnew

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