Tips to avoid doom scrolling

Doomscrolling is the act of continuously scrolling through negative or distressing news, often on social media platforms or news websites. It involves consuming an excessive amount of grim information, leading to anxiety and stress and can impact on our confidence in each other, the institutions which serve us and the future. This behaviour typically occurs during times of crisis or uncertainty such as during times of unrest, a pandemic, cost of living crisis, climate emergencies and other times when negative news is abundant and easily accessible. These tips offer ideas which may be helpful for self-care, they are not a replacement for professional advice.