Internet culture
Doomscrolling
Continuing to scroll through distressing news or posts even when it makes you feel worse.
In everyday use
You check one headline before bed and spend an hour reading bad news.
What to keep in mind
It describes a behaviour, not a clinical diagnosis.
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Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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